Basics of Ice Hockey

During 60 minutes of regular time, split into three 20 minute periods, 2 teams of 6 armoured players try to score by shooting a puck into the opppsition's goal using their sticks or by deflecting it off their skates. Ice Hockey is a dynamic and exciting game to play and watch.

Player Profile

Hockey Players must think fast, act fast, and be masters of strategy. To reach speeds of up to 40kph (25mph), players must be extremly fit and strong, and to turn and manoeuvre at these speeds they need supreme control of their bodies. The puck can travel at frightening speeds, so to control and pass it or shoot on goal, players need lightning reflexes.

The Face Off

Each game starts with a face off in the centre circle, and restarts in the same way after every goal that's scored. Two players, one from each team, square up, toe to to, their sticks at the ready, their blades remaining on the ice, poised for action. To start the game, the referee or linesman drops the puck between two players, then backs out of the way.