I find taking one-timers difficult even if the puck is in the spot that I like (the pass is where I like it or i've glided into the pass). But the puck is moving towards me in one direction and I'm trying to hit the puck into another direction towards the net. Any tips on how to take one-timers? It's like i'm countering the motion of the puck moving one direction with another motion to the net. I'm currently using a 75 flex Sherwood Nexon 10, 185lbs, and i'm not that strong. Is a stiffer stick required, or is it all technique? Thanks!
Taking One-Timers?
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It's all technique, practice makes perfect. Try shorter swings without putting all your strength in to it, once you can make good contact consistently then start increasing power. One timers are not easy, just keep on trying.
Alexander the Gr8
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Weight transfer and timing is the key to master this technique.
I shift my weight on my back foot when the pass is coming, and I transfer it to my front foot when I release it, just like Stamkos.
A stiffer stick will make your one timer more accurate. A whippier stick will give a bit more power.
At long range, his technique is the best. When you're closer to the net, Ovi's technique is more effective. Ovi's one timer makes the puck rise quickly. Stamkos's one timer is more like a drive.
I shift my weight on my back foot when the pass is coming, and I transfer it to my front foot when I release it, just like Stamkos.
A stiffer stick will make your one timer more accurate. A whippier stick will give a bit more power.
At long range, his technique is the best. When you're closer to the net, Ovi's technique is more effective. Ovi's one timer makes the puck rise quickly. Stamkos's one timer is more like a drive.
I actually just figured out how to consistently rip a one timer.
When the pass is coming to you, I'm assuming you're talking about a pass perpendicular to the net by the way, think about hitting the puck with the toe of the blade.
When I do that, it sort of auto corrects for the speed of the puck moving towards me, and I end up hitting it with the mid heel portion of my blade.
When the pass is coming to you, I'm assuming you're talking about a pass perpendicular to the net by the way, think about hitting the puck with the toe of the blade.
When I do that, it sort of auto corrects for the speed of the puck moving towards me, and I end up hitting it with the mid heel portion of my blade.
All of the advise here is great. Another option is to not take one. I play in a decently high level of hockey and I can't even tell you the last time a one timer "worked" in a sense of scoring or setting up a scoring play. It seems like a great move, but it's REALLY hard to get it accurate enough to be effective.
It would be best to have a friend come to a stick and puck and just continually feed you cross ice passes. That way you can get the feel of how it works and get the repetition down.
It would be best to have a friend come to a stick and puck and just continually feed you cross ice passes. That way you can get the feel of how it works and get the repetition down.
CornKicker
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practice practice practice. in our mens league team me and one dude clap one timers as soon as we get on the ice before the goalie is in teh net. 10 each them stretch etc. doesnt seem like alot but after 5 years and 30 games a season we are talking about 1500 onetimers each. now in games i feel like i can adjust my weight properly and get it off quickly and accurately(ish)
You should almost draw a straight line from your back foot through your front foot and to where you want to shoot. If the pass isn't where you want it, move. When you like where it is, weight is on your back foot and transfered through. A good thing to remember is if you get off balance finish your follow through with the weight still on your back foot, your shot will suffer but it's best to do this until you can transfer your weight without falling/losing balance.
Another thing, a one timer isn't always a slapshot. You can one time anywhere, even your backhand, forehand is easier, but backhand one timers are a good skill to learn as well.
I recommend taking wrist shot one timers before trying to get slapshots down.
Another thing, a one timer isn't always a slapshot. You can one time anywhere, even your backhand, forehand is easier, but backhand one timers are a good skill to learn as well.
I recommend taking wrist shot one timers before trying to get slapshots down.
Devil Dancer
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Excellent advice, I completely agree. For a lot of players a better option is to stop the puck and follow up with a quick snap/wrist shot rather than trying to one-time the moving puck. You lose a little bit of time, giving the D and G more time to react to the play, but you're much, much more likely to get a quality shot off versus a one-timer.
Alexander the Gr8
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At 5 on 5, I only take one timers if I'm on a 2 on 1 on my off wing. The rest of the time, I stop the puck and look for a passing option, or I just take a quick snap shot.
On the power play though, if the pass comes in my wheelhouse, I'll take the one timer for sure. That's what I like the most about hockey.
Ripping one timers for days. When the goalie slides across the crease to save it but can't get to the near post in time...
I have been working on my one timer the past few months and find it just takes practice judging the speed of the puck. Keeping the bottom hand firm limits the chance that the puck will wobble if you actually hit the puck. I have to say though that one timers rarely work in beer leagues because chances of a crisp pass is next to none. If you want to practice it in the off chance you do get that 1 in 10 pass, just have a friend throw you passes at varying speeds.
A proper one timer can really be a nice weapon in your arsenal though, so good luck!
A proper one timer can really be a nice weapon in your arsenal though, so good luck!
Another key option is instead of trying a slap shot on a one timer do a snap shot. That way you get the puck off quickly and don't look like a fool for taking a big wind up and missing the puck and the goalie has a harder time reading the play.
Mikeaveli
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Take things slow. Some people get way too worked up when they have the puck or a pass is coming and this can mess with your shot. Don't rush your wind-up and miss the moving puck. Look at this.
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I don't really like practicing one-timers because i'm scared of breaking my stick and I would rather not pay $200 if I don't have too
Alexander the Gr8
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Why buy a $200 stick if you're afraid of breaking it ?
Play the game naturally, your stick will eventually break no matter what.
Alexander the Gr8
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Eh... debatable.
Sticks can break in multiple fashion on one timers.
The shaft can snap in 2 pieces, the blade can fly off the stick, or you can get a crack on the blade from the impact with the puck if the pass is really hard.
My sticks broke 3 times on slap shots/one timers, but it's nothing compared to slashes, deflections, blocked shots, face-offs...
Well yeah, I was just saying in more of a "don't be afraid to shoot" approach. Obviously a one timer uses a lot more power which would in turn break your stick easier. Haha
Alexander the Gr8
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Even if I play with my $200 sticks, I won't back down against opponents in puck battles because I fear it will break my stick, even in meaningless games.
CarpeNoctem
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I was once called an "expert" at taking one-timers by a former minor league player who was coaching some kid, I was flattered, and here are some pointers that might help:
1)Equipment- for some reason, the Drury style curve is my favorite normally but I prefer the PM9/Forsberg for one-timers of different types. The truth is that a flatter blade with less rocker will be more forgiving on this type of shot. Also, I prefer a stiffer stick, if one-timers are likely to be my central shot.
2)Do not forget the importance of rolling your wrists on the follow through. You'll be amazed by how many players forget to do this on a one-timer.
3)This shot is HEAVILY based on agility, perhaps moreso even than strength. Agility because you have to feel great on your edges to drill a one-timer that is not perfectly square.
4)On poor passes that are likely to result in less than ideal shots, try to keep it low. This will ensure higher striking accuracy and allow you to have more control over the shot location (relatively speaking).
5)Do not try to one-time bullet passes. I have pretty darn good hand/eye in every sport, deflections in hockey especially, but since even the world's most elite snipers have trouble one-timing overly hard passes, you/I'm not likely to be great at it either.
1)Equipment- for some reason, the Drury style curve is my favorite normally but I prefer the PM9/Forsberg for one-timers of different types. The truth is that a flatter blade with less rocker will be more forgiving on this type of shot. Also, I prefer a stiffer stick, if one-timers are likely to be my central shot.
2)Do not forget the importance of rolling your wrists on the follow through. You'll be amazed by how many players forget to do this on a one-timer.
3)This shot is HEAVILY based on agility, perhaps moreso even than strength. Agility because you have to feel great on your edges to drill a one-timer that is not perfectly square.
4)On poor passes that are likely to result in less than ideal shots, try to keep it low. This will ensure higher striking accuracy and allow you to have more control over the shot location (relatively speaking).
5)Do not try to one-time bullet passes. I have pretty darn good hand/eye in every sport, deflections in hockey especially, but since even the world's most elite snipers have trouble one-timing overly hard passes, you/I'm not likely to be great at it either.
Alexander the Gr8
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Good postOn 5), I'd like to add that the most efficient way to one time a very hard pass is to do a one timer snap shot. Keep your blade on the ice, then lean hard on your stick towards the net once the puck reaches your blade. Here's an example of what I mean.
Do it when you're close to the net, and try to get elevation to beat the goalie high.
CarpeNoctem
Chilling w The Chief
Good post above. The best idea on tough passes is to use less of a wind-up, all the way down to the snap shot one-timer if necessary.
jazzykat
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Exactly what our coach taught our beer league team.
Preloading your stick gives you a considerable amount of power and is plenty quick.
Preloading your stick gives you a considerable amount of power and is plenty quick.
On 5), I'd like to add that the most efficient way to one time a very hard pass is to do a one timer snap shot. Keep your blade on the ice, then lean hard on your stick towards the net once the puck reaches your blade. Here's an example of what I mean.
Do it when you're close to the net, and try to get elevation to beat the goalie high.
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