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Hard Gap in Neutral Zone by Islanders on 2 vs 2

https://vimeo.com/882961727

Tight gaps in the neutral zone are a key defensive concept for young players to understand. It is usually tough to teach because many players want to play to sag back because it is safer. However, a tight gap makes it tough on the offensive players and can lead to dump ins, turnover, and off-sides.

What to Watch

The New York Islanders D squeeze together in the middle of the ice to control the inside and allow trackers to come back
They have great aggressive sticks in front and challenge the puck carrier at the blue line killing the rush & forcing a turnover