Push Pass Analysis

The push pass is a skill used when performing a short pass to a teammate, over roughly 10-20m. The performer’s hands should be approximately 30cm apart with the left hand near the top of the stick and the right hand further down the grip. The first point of contact with the ball should be under in line with the back foot of the performer. When following through, the performer should keep in contact with the ball for as long as possible, to generate maximum power on the pass. Ideally the stick should finish roughly in line with the direction the ball has gone. The weight of the performer should be transferred from the back foot to the front foot during the pushing action to generate power. Stretching for the ball will decrease power and may cause the performer to lose balance.
Sweep:
The hit can be used for both shots and passes. It is normally only used for passes that need to be slightly stronger than a push or when you are being closed down quickly by an opponent. The performer’s hands should be together at the top of the stick. The front foot
The correct positions for the hands of the performer are to be slightly down the top of the stick handle (as shown in the picture to the right). The left foot of the performer should be pointed towards their target. Their body (and back foot) should be perpendicular to their target (left shoulder facing the target) or slightly open towards the right of your target. The first point of contact with the ball should be in line with the performer’s front foot. When swinging for the ball, bend your knees and keep low. The wrists of the performer are not allowed to be raised above the height of the shoulders, otherwise a foul is committed. When swinging across the body, to generate maximum power, shift your weight from your back foot to your foot, while keeping your eyes on the ball and your head in a fixed