DEFINITION:
Ice hockey is a fast-paced team sport played on ice, in which players use sticks to shoot a hard rubber puck into the opposing team’s goal, aiming to score points.
FAQs:
1. What is the objective of ice hockey?
The objective of ice hockey is to score more goals than the opposing team. Each time a player successfully shoots the puck into the opponent’s goal, their team earns a point.
2. How many players are there in an ice hockey team?
An ice hockey team typically consists of six players: three forwards, two defensemen, and a goaltender. However, during gameplay, teams can also have fewer players on the ice due to penalties or players being replaced.
3. What equipment do ice hockey players wear?
Ice hockey players wear protective gear including helmets, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, shin guards, skates, and a mouthguard. Goaltenders have additional equipment such as a mask, chest protector, leg pads, and a catching glove.
4. What is the role of the goaltender in ice hockey?
The goaltender, also known as the goalie or netminder, is responsible for guarding the team’s goal. Their primary objective is to prevent the opposing team from scoring by stopping incoming shots and making saves using their stick, glove, and body.
5. How is an ice hockey game structured?
An ice hockey game typically consists of three periods, each lasting 20 minutes, resulting in a total playing time of 60 minutes. There is a 15-minute intermission between periods. If the game ends in a tie, overtime periods or a shootout can be used to determine the winner.
