The goal of this forecheck is to create both physical and psychological pressure on the defenders. Giveaways in the defensive zone create scoring chances about 25% of the time.
—————————–
T4 – TSUNAMI FORECHECK Rotation After the Original Pinch
Key Points:
If the puck is moved across to the original side then F3 who covered the middle point now pressures the weak side boards. "THERE IS NO ESCAPE FROM THE TSUNAMI."
Description:
1 – Original F3 who covered the middle point now pressure the weak side winger.
2 – Original D2 slide across to support original F3.
3 – #3 in the forecheck cover the middle point.
4 – #2 back pressure the puck denying a pass back to the offensive D.
5 – #1 come back hard through the middle and become the new #3.
Back Pressure:
If they make a successful breakout then #1 keep coming back hard and give back pressure to the puck carrier all the way into the defensive zone. If they are successful entering the zone then the back pressuring forward stay deep with the D and play the low 3-3 while the other two back checkers cover the points. First the middle point and the last back checker cover the strong side point.
https://www.hockeycoachingabcs.com/videos/watch/tsunami-2-1-2-forecheck/
'The Game is the Greatest Coach'
'Enjoy the Game'