EHL Hockey: 3 Amazing Deflections Used As Passing Skill

The deflection pass, nowadays, is commonly used as a way to break solid and closed defensive formations. It helps to break lines of opponents by quickly changing the pace of the play. The combination between passer and receiver might be a bit more difficult to achieve but, in general terms, it can be a deadly resource for the attack.

EHL Hockey Deflection Pass #1: Kampong (NED)

This clip shows a perfect sense of awareness between the player deflecting the ball and the receiver. The movement of the first player towards the long pass is well timed, this is an indication that plays like these are not improvised, but practiced during training sessions.