About Me
Idukki Hockey
Welcome you to Hockey Idukki official website, This is Idukki district Hockey administrative and managing body which comes under Hockey Kerala which provides training that has been custom designed to develop a complete player. With our team of highly skilled specialist, Hockey Idukki offers valuable world-class Hockey development programs, providing the most comprehensive Hockey training around.
It is an exciting time for Hockey Idukki, as we continue to grow and expand. Our home base originated and remains across Idukki District, we have quickly become the most exclusive national and international programs, providing specialized training and education to players, youth teams and organisations, sports schools, professional hockey teams, and club hockey teams and programs.
Essential hockey skills
🏑 Ball Control (Dribbling)
- Ability to move the ball smoothly while running.
- Types include straight dribble, Indian dribble, and V-pull.
- Focus: keeping the ball close to the stick and maintaining control under pressure.
🎯 Passing
- Used to move the ball quickly between teammates.
- Push pass (most common, for short distances)
- Hit (for long passes)
- Slap pass
- Scoop pass (lifting the ball over obstacles)
💥 Hitting / Shooting
- Generating power and accuracy to score goals or clear the ball.
- Requires strong wrist and shoulder movement.
- Common techniques: forehand hit, reverse hit, and drag flick (used in penalty corners).
🧠 Positioning & Game Sense
- Knowing where to move depending on play situations.
- Understanding formations, marking opponents, and supporting teammates.
🚀 Tackling / Defense Skills
- Key defensive moves:
- Block tackle (stopping the ball directly)
- Poke tackle (using stick reach to intercept)
- Jab tackle (quick poke and retreat)
- Involves reading the opponent’s movement and staying low in stance.
⚡ Speed & Agility
- Hockey requires quick bursts of speed and direction changes.
- Footwork drills, ladder exercises, and cone drills help improve agility.
💪 Stamina & Strength
- Strong core and leg muscles are essential.
- Fitness training (running, squats, planks) improves endurance and shooting power.
🧤 Goalkeeping Skills (for Goalies)
- Reflexes, diving saves, clearing the ball safely.
- Strong anticipation and communication with defenders.
Executive Members
Championships
Kozhikode Vs Idukki | Highlights | 9th Kerala Hockey Senior Men State Championship
