Search
Sign up
Log In
< Back to Home

The Sport

Filter by Categories

Pick of the Day

What do you know about the following topic?

Detailed illustration of a Zamboni ice resurfacer on ice background

Let's talk about Zamboni

The Zamboni is an ice resurfacing machine that smooths the rink surface between periods, ensuring fast, fair hockey by shaving ice, collecting snow, and laying warm water for a glassy finish.
Learn More >

Featured Topics

Check out the topics we’re highlighting today.

Skates

Learn More >
Pair of hockey skates with sharp steel blades on ice

U18 (Midget / Major Midget)

Learn More >
Teenage hockey players celebrating around large U18 letters

Playmaker

Learn More >
Hockey player making a no-look pass representing playmaker role

Acceleration

Learn More >
Split-screen hockey acceleration drill with labeled steps and motion arrows

Browse Subcategories

Keep your hockey IQ climbing with new terms.

Levels

See how players move up the hockey ladder.

Two toddlers learning to skate with hockey sticks on ice rink

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.
Learn More >
Three international hockey players under tournament banner with globe-themed puck

International Play

International hockey brings together top players worldwide to compete for national pride in unique tournaments with distinct rules, styles, and intense competition.
Learn More >
Children in beginner hockey gear playing around large colorful U8 foam blocks

U8 (Mite)

U8 (Mite) hockey introduces players 8 and under to team play, focusing on fun, skill development, and game concepts with fast, accessible formats and positive coaching.
Learn More >

View All >

What is...

NutritionGame Clock / ScoreboardProtector CupVideographer / Video CoachTier II (AA)Two-Way ForwardStoppage TimeRegistrarTimekeeperTeam BusTravel HockeyTravel SleepU12 (Peewee)Announcer / DJTeam HotelsNutritionGame Clock / ScoreboardProtector CupVideographer / Video CoachTier II (AA)Two-Way ForwardStoppage TimeRegistrarTimekeeperTeam BusTravel HockeyTravel SleepU12 (Peewee)Announcer / DJTeam Hotels

Rink

Get to know the ice, every line and zone.

Top-down illustration of a standard hockey rink with detailed lines and markings

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.
Learn More >
Stylized hockey locker room with benches and hanging jerseys

Locker Rooms

Locker rooms are essential spaces where hockey teams prepare, strategize, and bond. They serve as the heart of team culture, focus, and leadership before, during, and after games.
Learn More >
Top-down illustration of rink faceoff circles and dots with red outlines and blue dots

Faceoff, Circles, & Dots

Faceoff circles and dots are key locations on the ice where play starts and restarts, shaping possession, positioning, and momentum through strategic faceoffs and player alignment.
Learn More >
Close-up top-down view of a rink blue line segment with geometric accents

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.
Learn More >

View All >

Rules

Learn the calls that keep the game in check.

Polished nameplate reading Power Play on light ice background

Power Play

Power plays give one team a man advantage after penalties, creating prime scoring chances that can change game momentum and decide close hockey matches.
Learn More >
Illustration of delayed offside hockey rule with nameplate and ice background

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.
Learn More >
Polished nameplate with Hand Pass text on ice background

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.
Learn More >

View All >

Tiers

Understand how leagues stack up across the sport.

Academic trophy with hockey motifs and NCAA Division III inscription

NCAA Division III

NCAA Division III hockey offers competitive collegiate play emphasizing academic excellence without athletic scholarships, balancing rigorous athletics and education for student-athletes.
Learn More >
Community-style hockey trophy with Junior B C inscription

Junior B / C

Junior B and C hockey offer competitive, community-based development leagues below Junior A, focusing on player growth, regional rivalries, and pathways to higher levels while balancing life commitments.
Learn More >
Modest trophy with puck engravings labeled ACHA Division II on cream background

ACHA Division II

ACHA Division II hockey offers competitive, flexible club play for college students balancing academics and athletics, with varied commitment levels and leadership opportunities.
Learn More >

View All >

The Sport List of Concepts

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
Search
Sign up
Filter by Categories