What It Is: The backhand shot is one of the hardest for goalies to track, as it comes from the back side of your stick. It’s especially effective for deceptive, close-range plays.

How to Do It: While not the most powerful shot, the backhand is unpredictable. Focus on keeping control of the puck, using a quick flick of the wrist to generate lift and accuracy.

When to Use It: Best for close-range situations, particularly when you need to lift the puck over the goalie’s pads or sneak it into the top corner of the net.