Forecheck

The forecheck is an ice hockey defensive play made in the offensive zone with the objective of applying pressure to the opposing team to regain control of the puck.^[1] It is a type of checking. Forechecking is generally executed in one of three situations: recovery of the puck after a dump in, after the rebound on a scoring attempt, or immediately after a turnover to regain possession.^[2] Forechecking can be aggressive or conservative depending on the coaching style ^[3] and on the skating skills of the players. Aggressive forechecking strategies are more suited for players with good skating mobility, while more conservative plays such as the neutral zone trap are better suited for players with less agility.^[4]

Forecheck Strategies[]

Forechecking is an essential part of the game of hockey, and it's a strategy that every player and coach needs to understand. That's why you're here: you want to learn about forechecking. The best way to do that? Take a look at the different strategies for forechecking,^[5] including 2-1-2.

2-1-2 Forecheck Strategy[]

On the forecheck, the 2-1-2 Strategy is more aggressive than other styles. The forechecking team sends two players deep into the offensive zone in hopes of gaining possession of the puck, while a third forward lingers around the faceoff circle closest to the puck. This means that there are three defenders back on defense against just two players on offense.

1-2-2 Forecheck Strategy[]

This strategy works great when the game is tied and/or there is lots of time left on the clock. The lead forechecker applies pressure to the puck carrier (opponent), while the other two forwards serve as backups. These two forwards are on the ice to break up passes, grab loose pucks, and assist along the boards. The two defensemen essentially stand around waiting for the ball to come to them. If their teammates recover the puck or if the forecheck fails, they will take a more aggressive role.

Notes[]

^ Driver 2004, p. 80.
^ Walter 2009, p. 89.
^ Walter 2009, p. 90.
^ Gendron 2003, p. 115.
^ "What is Forecheck in Hockey and Types? | Histoky". 2022-02-15. Retrieved 2022-02-16.

References[]

Driver, Bruce; Clare Wharton (2004). The baffled parent's guide to coaching youth hockey. Baffled Parent's Guides. McGraw-Hill Professional. ISBN 978-0-07-143011-1. Retrieved 2010-03-07.
Walter, Ryan; Mike Johnston (2009). Hockey Plays and Strategies. Human Kinetics. ISBN 978-0-7360-7634-0.
Gendron, Dennis; K. Vern Stenlund (2003). Coaching hockey successfully. Coaching Successfully Series. Human Kinetics. ISBN 978-0-88011-911-5.

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[1] Driver 2004, p. 80.

[2] Walter 2009, p. 89.

[3] Walter 2009, p. 90.

[4] Gendron 2003, p. 115.

[5] "What is Forecheck in Hockey and Types? | Histoky". 2022-02-15. Retrieved 2022-02-16.

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