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Defending the house is key to the success of a hockey team. Preventing the opposition from scoring goals requires a team effort. The defense needs to contain the puck, put pressure on the puck carrier, and, ultimately, gain possession of the puck. The defense wants to shrink the rink, forcing the offense to send the puck to spots where it’s easy for the defense to pressure the puck and difficult for the offense to take a shot. When the defense can shrink the rink, it can get five defenders in the house, ready to make contact, pressure the puck carrier, and regain control. Once the defensemen have control of the puck, they can start a breakout to get the puck down the ice and perhaps set up a goal.