The Off-Side game is a normal cross ice 3 v 3 game but requires teams attack by staying onside at the center line.
Setup
- Play 3 v 3 cross ice.
- Setup a center ice "offsides line" which can be drawn or created with two cones or tires.
- Before an attacking team can attack the other team's goal, they must regroup in their defensive half and when they are in their own zone they can attack the opposing net must stay onside at the center line.
- If the team goes offsides, blow a quick whistle to signify a turnover.
- Another variation is to make the attacking team compete a pass before going over the center line.
Coaching Points
- Offensive team: support your teammates and be outlets for them.
- Defensive team: keep your sticks on the ice to block passing lanes, and angle the offensive team to the outside.
