DEFINITION: Hockey Bench Minors
Hockey bench minors refer to penalties that are assessed against the team and not against an individual player. These penalties are typically non-contact infractions that occur while the players are on the bench.
FAQs:
1. What types of actions can result in a hockey bench minor?
– Actions such as unsportsmanlike conduct, verbal abuse towards the opposing team, or interfering with the game in any way can result in a hockey bench minor.
2. How are hockey bench minors different from regular penalties?
– Regular penalties are assessed against individual players for actions they commit on the ice, while hockey bench minors are imposed on the entire team for actions that occur off the ice.
3. Who serves the penalty for a hockey bench minor?
– The coach or a designated player off the ice at the time serves the penalty. This player is usually selected by the coach and will be in the penalty box until the timed penalty is over.
4. Can a hockey bench minor result in the team being short-handed?
– Yes, similar to regular penalties, a hockey bench minor can result in the team being short-handed. During the penalty, the opposing team will have a power play advantage with more players on the ice.
5. How long do hockey bench minors typically last?
– The duration of hockey bench minors depends on the severity of the infraction. They can last for two, four, or even ten minutes, just like regular penalties.
