Floorball Box Play: How to Defend a Penalty Kill

Stay compact in the box

Four players form a box in front of the goal. The box moves together with the ball but always protects the slot first. If the box gets stretched, passes through the middle become easy.

Know when to pressure

Pressuring all the time wears the team out and opens gaps. Agree on clear triggers instead — for example a bad pass, a player receiving with their back to goal, or the ball on the boards.

• Bad pass or bouncing ball
• Attacker receiving the ball facing their own goal
• Ball trapped along the boards

Block shots and lanes

Defenders should keep sticks in the passing lanes and be ready to block shots from the shooting spots. Brave, well-timed blocks are often what keeps a penalty kill alive.

Clear the ball with purpose

When you win the ball, get it out of your zone quickly and safely. A clear that goes all the way down gives your team time to change players and reorganise.