Loafing (ice hockey)
Loafing, floating, or cherry picking in
attacking zone. It is very similar to the cherry picking tactic sometimes used in basketball
. Its controversy is also very similar to that of cherry picking in basketball.
History
The tactic is used sparingly as although it sometimes creates a
five-on-four situation (during even strength play) for the attacking team. Also, a good defenceman usually keeps an eye open for the development of these potential situations where he would immediately backcheck
once a floater is spotted.
Example of loafing players
Alex Gaudreault
See also
Notes
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