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A) Offensive contribution and playmaking.

B) Defensive reliability and positioning.

C) Ability to adapt and excel in multiple roles.

D) Transition game and puck movement.

E) Physical play and shot-blocking.

A) Frequently, I like to contribute to the offense.

B) Rarely, do I focus on staying back.

C) When the opportunity is right, I balance it with defensive responsibilities.

D) Often, especially when I see a chance to advance the play.

E) Seldom, I prioritize defensive coverage

A) Looking for opportunities to clear the puck and potentially create shorthanded chances.

B) Blocking shots and preventing high-quality scoring chances.

C) Balancing between clearing the puck and maintaining defensive positioning.

D) Quickly moving the puck out of the zone and preventing set plays.

E) Staying in position to protect the crease and block shots.

A) Try to intercept the pass and create a turnover.

B) Play the pass and trust the goalie to handle the shooter.

C) Position yourself to block the passing lane while being ready to engage the shooter.

D) Use your skating to stay between the two attackers.

E) Stay close to the net to block any potential shot.

A) Focus on continuing the play and letting the goalie handle it.

B) Step in to protect your goalie and push the player away.

C) Assess the situation and respond as needed.

D) Move the puck out of danger while monitoring the situation.

E) Immediately step in to prevent any further contact.

A) By taking shots from the blue line and setting up plays.

B) By maintaining a strong defensive position to prevent shorthanded chances.

C) By balancing offensive contributions with defensive responsibilities.

D) By moving the puck quickly and creating passing lanes.

E) By staying back and ensuring defensive stability.

A) Actively join the rush and take more offensive risks.

B) Ensure you don't give up any counterattacks.

C) Balance offensive pressure with defensive awareness.

D) Move the puck quickly to forwards and support the attack.

E) Stay defensively responsible but ready to support the offense.

A) Use your skill to outmaneuver them and create turnovers.

B) Focus on solid defensive coverage and positioning.

C) Balance defensive play with opportunities to counterattack.

D) Move the puck quickly out of the zone to reduce pressure.

E) Stay close to your net and block shots.

A) Offensive drills and shooting from the blue line.

B) Defensive positioning and shot blocking.

C) Both offensive and defensive drills to stay well-rounded.

D) Puck handling and breakout passes.

E) Defensive zone coverage and crease protection.

A) Focus on making offensive plays to change the game's momentum.

B) Stay calm and ensure solid defensive coverage.

C) Balance pressure play with defensive responsibilities.

D) Quickly move the puck to relieve pressure.

E) Maintain a strong defensive position and block shots.

A) Try to intercept the pass and quickly transition to offense.

B) Maintain tight coverage on the puck carrier.

C) Use your body to disrupt the play.

D) Balance between blocking the pass and the shot.

E) Engage physically to force the puck carrier-wide.

A) Look for an opportunity to strip the puck and counter-attack.

B) Maintain a strong defensive position to block their pat

C) Use physicality to push them to the outside.

D) Keep a gap and read their movements carefully.

E) Use physical play to disrupt their momentum.

A) Look for opportunities to clear the puck and create a shorthanded chance.

B) Maintain strong positioning and block shots.

C) Use your body to win puck battles along the boards.

D) Stay in the passing lanes and disrupt the power play setup.

E) Use physical play to clear the front of the net.

A) Position yourself to quickly move the puck out of the zone.

B) Ensure strong coverage of your defensive responsibilities.

C) Use physicality to win the battle for the puck.

D) Stay alert to both defensive and potential offensive transitions.

E) Engage physically with opponents to gain control of the puck.

A) Focus on creating quick transitions to offense

B) Prioritize solid defensive coverage to prevent any chances.

C) Use your body to win battles and maintain possession.

D) Balance offensive support with defensive responsibilities.

E) Use physicality to disrupt the opposing team's plays.

A) Look for opportunities to quickly transition to offense.

B) Maintain a tight defensive structure and limit their chances.

C) Use physicality to wear down their top players.

D) Balance defensive responsibilities with supporting the offense.

E) Engage physically to disrupt their key players.

A) Look for a quick outlet pass to relieve pressure.

B) Maintain a solid defensive position and block shots.

C) Use your body to protect the puck and clear it out.

D) Balance pressure play with maintaining defensive coverage.

E) Use physical play to disrupt the forecheck and create space.

A) Create scoring opportunities with quick passes and shots.

B) Maintain the blue line and ensure defensive coverage

C) Use physicality to maintain control of the puck and create space.

D) Balance offensive pressure with defensive responsibilities.

E) Engage physically to protect the puck and create opportunities.

A) Look for a quick pass to start the rush.

B) Ensure solid defensive positioning before moving up.

C) Use your body to protect the puck and make a safe play.

D) Balance quick transition with maintaining defensive awareness.

E) Battle hard to maintain possession and wear down their defense.

A) Focus on clearing the puck quickly and efficiently.

B) Ensure strong defensive coverage and block any shots.

C) Use physicality to protect the net and win puck battles.

D) Balance defensive positioning with watching for quick transitions.

E) Engage physically to protect the lead and disrupt the opponents.

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Hockey Player Profile Assessment

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1. How do you prioritize your role on the ice?

2. In a 5-on-5 situation, where do you usually position yourself?

3. When your team is in the offensive zone, what is your primary focus?

You have the puck in your defensive zone with a forechecker approaching. What do you do?

5. You're on the power play and the puck is passed to you at the blue line. What is your next move?

6. An opposing forward is rushing toward you in a 1-on-1 situation. What is your approach?

7. Your team is leading by one goal with two minutes left. How do you play?

8. On a face-off in the offensive zone, what is your primary focus?

9. When pinching in the offensive zone, what do you consider

10. You're behind the net with the puck. How do you handle it?

11. Which aspect of your game do you feel is your strongest?

12. How often do you join the offensive rush?

13. On the penalty kill, what is your primary focus?

14. How do you handle a 2-on-1 situation?

15. How do you respond to an opposing player taking liberties with your goalie?

16. How do you contribute to your team's power play

17. When your team is behind and pressing for a goal, what is your approach?

18. How do you handle playing against the opponent's top line?

19. What do you prioritize during practice?

20. How do you handle pressure situations in games?

21. When facing a 2-on-1 against your team, what is your strategy?

22. How do you handle an offensive player entering your zone with speed?

23. Your team is on the penalty kill. What is your primary focus?

24. How do you approach a face-off in the defensive zone?

25. Over overtime, how do you play differently?

26. When playing against a high-scoring team, what is your strategy?

27. How do you handle a situation where your team is heavily pressured in your zone?

28. On a power play, what is your primary focus as a defenseman?

29. When transitioning from defense to offense, what is your approach?

30. How do you react when your team is leading by one goal with one minute left?