A taped hockey stick is a must-have for all hockey players. Hockey players first started taping their sticks because they wanted to protect the wood from the moisture of the ice. Now, hockey stick are usually made from composite material that is not damaged by the wet ice. Despite the fact that sticks are now … Read more
Men’s hockey and women’s hockey are essentially the same game. They are simply played by men or women. Interestingly, at different levels, women are able to play on men’s teams, but men cannot play on women’s teams. Men’s hockey and women’s hockey both have the same numbers of players, six, and the puck is the … Read more
All positions on the ice rink are important in a hockey game, but the final line of defense is extremely important. Of course, the two defensemen have the job of keeping the puck away from the goalie, but the hockey goalie is where the puck must stop to prevent the opposing team from scoring. Following … Read more
The one-timer is one of the most exciting shots in hockey. While it usually is a slap shot toward the goal, the one-timer is actually just a shot taken off of a pass in a single motion. You do not stop to get control of the puck, you just shoot as the puck comes at … Read more
Hockey is a fast-paced game that rarely slows. Because of this, it can be challenging for young players to learn where to position themselves on the ice. Fortunately, there is a limited amount of space on the ice, so there are only so many places to get positioned. And, there are plenty of ways to … Read more
Hockey goaltending is not a one-size-fits-all position. In fact, there are two very different styles of goaltending and they can be used in tandem. Goalies tend to develop their own styles and they become quite adept at that one style. There are significant pros and cons to each. Even though there are different styles, the … Read more