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What is Tempo?

Tempo is the speed, intensity, and rhythm of play that shapes how a team controls the game through puck movement, transitions, forechecking, and coordinated effort.
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Boards

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Blocker

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Fighting

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Rink Guards

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Levels

Definitions focused on work to improve life for people and planet.

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U16 (Minor Midget)

U16 (Minor Midget) hockey is a critical stage for players aged 15 to 16, emphasizing speed, strength, tactical skill, and mental resilience as they prepare for competitive futures.
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Learn to Skate / Learn to Play

Learn to Skate and Learn to Play are introductory programs teaching children basic skating and hockey skills in a fun, supportive environment focused on confidence, balance, and enjoyment.
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U14 (Bantam)

U14 (Bantam) hockey introduces full checking for 13-14 year olds, emphasizing physicality, skill development, strategic play, and player growth in a competitive environment.
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Rink

Terms associated with development policy, funding, and delivery systems.

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Ice Surface and Dimensions

This article explains the ice rink's dimensions, structure, and markings, highlighting how players use the surface strategically to improve positioning, passing, and overall gameplay.
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Crease

The crease is a critical area in hockey that defines goalie protection, scoring rules, and player positioning. Mastering it requires discipline and awareness for goalies, defenders, and attackers alike.
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Center Ice (Neutral

The neutral zone is the critical area between blue lines where hockey games are won or lost through transitions, defensive schemes, and controlled puck movement. Mastering it controls tempo and territory.
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Blue Line

The blue line divides the rink into zones and controls play flow, offside rules, and team strategies. Mastering it requires timing, positioning, and puck control to keep attacks alive or defend effectively.
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Rules

Concepts associated with funding and investment for social impact.

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Delayed Offside

Delayed offside allows attacking hockey players to reset their position after entering the offensive zone early, keeping the game flowing without unnecessary whistles through quick tag-ups and team coordination.
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Breakout

Breakout is a structured hockey play to move the puck from defense to offense with control, relying on timing, communication, and execution to avoid turnovers and create scoring chances.
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Hand Pass

Hand passes in hockey are mostly illegal except in the defensive zone. This article explains the rules, common situations, and tips for making smart decisions to keep the game flowing.
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Tiers

Themes concerning the role of public decision making and the good society.

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Junior A – Tier III

Junior A – Tier III hockey offers a competitive developmental platform where players gain experience, improve skills, and pursue advancement opportunities in higher junior tiers or college hockey.
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House / Recreational

House and Recreational hockey offers a fun, low-pressure environment focused on skill development, community, and participation for players of all experience levels.
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NCAA Division II

NCAA Division II hockey offers a competitive collegiate experience balancing athletics and academics, with fewer scholarships but strong development and tight-knit communities.
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ACHA Division I ACHA Division II ACHA Division III Backcheck Benches Blue Line Boards Breakout Broken Stick Center Ice (Neutral Checking Coincidental Penalties College / University Crease Cycle Delayed Offside Delayed Penalty Double Minor Penalty Dropped Stick Faceoff, Circles, & Dots Fighting Fighting – Junior Variations Forecheck Game Clock / Scoreboard Glass Goal Line Goalie Interference Hand Pass High-Sticking the Puck House / Recreational Ice Surface and Dimensions Icing Intermissions International Play Junior (U20) Junior A – Tier I Junior A – Tier II Junior A – Tier III Junior B / C Learn to Skate / Learn to Play Line Changes Locker Rooms Major Junior Major Penalty Match Penalty Minor Penalty Misconduct Penalty Momentum NCAA Division I NCAA Division II NCAA Division III Net (Goal Frame) Neutral Zone Play Offside Overtime Penalty Box Penalty Kill Penalty Shot Periods Power Play Prep / Academy Programs Pro (Major Leagues) Pro (Minor Leagues) Puck Possession Red Line Running Clock Shift Length Shootout Stoppage Time Sudden Death Tempo Tier I (AAA) Tier II (AA) Tier III (A) Too Many Men Transition Travel Hockey TV Timeouts U10 (Squirt / Atom in Canada) U12 (Peewee) U14 (Bantam) U16 (Minor Midget) U18 (Midget / Major Midget) U8 (Mite) Zamboni
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