Camogie Coaching

This page will give coaches helpful tips in working with the female player and in Coaching Camogie.

Principles of Play

Quick reference for coaches. Behaviour-led principles organised by phase of play.

ATTACK

  • Secure touch then play (strike/handpass/carry decision)

  • Support angles to keep ball alive; avoid isolation

  • Create striking space with movement off the ball

  • Attack the break and finish from strong areas

TRANSITION DEF→ATT

  • Win ▸ Look ▸ Go: fast first pass/strike & support triangle

  • Exploit disorganisation immediately after regain

TRANSITION ATT→DEF

  • React ▸ Hunt ▸ Delay: disrupt their first touch/strike

  • Recover compactness; protect middle if press breaks

DEFENCE

  • Protect middle; deny clean striking opportunities

  • Pressure first touch + force rushed strikes

  • Cover & balance behind; communicate handovers

  • Compete for breaks/second ball

RESTARTS (PUCKOUTS)

  • Set roles & spacing; commit to win first/second ball

  • Exit plan after win: secure then play into space