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Blocking
intermediate

The Block

Frontal blocking — meeting an opponent's strike with the hurley to stop the ball at source.

How to do it

  • ●Hold your hurley up in front and meet their swing so the ball can't get past!

For Parents & Coaches

01

Two hands

Block with both hands on the hurley for strength.

02

Timing

Meet the strike — don't swing at the player.

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