Offensive zone faceoffs are one of the best opportunities to create a scoring chance before the defence has time to get organized.

In this video, we break down two offensive zone faceoff plays designed to create quick shots, traffic around the net and opportunities off the initial draw. We also look at how the centre can read the opposition's setup and choose a faceoff play based on what the defending team is giving us.

In this video:
• How to create a quick shot directly off an offensive-zone faceoff
• Using traffic and screens to make the shot more dangerous
• Reading how the opposition lines up before calling the play
• Recognizing when a shooting lane is open or being taken away
• Using deception to manipulate the defending team
• Moving the puck behind the net to attack open space
• Using speed and momentum to create an advantage after the draw
• Re-establishing L support once the set play is complete
• Creating passing, one-timer and scoring options around the net
• The Hunt and Den Run faceoff plays

These plays build on the positioning and responsibilities covered in our first offensive zone faceoff video. The goal is to give players multiple options so they can recognize the defensive setup, make the right call and create a scoring opportunity together.

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