Body Checking and Interceptions

Learn Body Checking and Interceptions in SLAPSHOT Rebound to dispossess opponents, defend teammates, and disrupt offensive plays effectively.

Body Checking is your primary method for dispossessing opponents and defending teammates. To perform a body check, hit the '2' button (or shake the Wii remote with the nunchuck). Repeated checking allows for a check combo, consisting of three hits. The first hit attempts to intercept the puck, the second is a direct hit, and the third is a powerful attack that can temporarily stun opponents. However, checking repeatedly can leave you vulnerable if you miss. An Interception occurs when you steal the puck in the middle of an opponent's pass or shot. This is often the first stage of a body check, meaning you only need to execute the body check command once to attempt an interception. Characters with good speed and range on their checks, like Yoshi or Mario, are particularly effective at interceptions.