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How to Get a Misconduct Penalty in Ice Hockey

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Of all the penalties that can be given during an ice hockey game, a misconduct penalty is the only one that does not reflect the behavior of one player toward another. Instead, a misconduct penalty is specifically given to a player who accosts an ... more »

How to Get an NHL Player's Autograph

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The key to getting an NHL player's autograph is to be patient. They are among the nicest players of any of the professional sports. If you know when and where they're going to be, the players are pretty accessible. It's not about becoming a ... more »

How to Practice Hockey Shots Off the Ice

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With any sport a player needs to practice to perfect their skills. In ice hockey a great way to practice is to do off-ice shooting. Practicing shooting off the ice helps the player develop better shooting skills and strengthens their arm muscles. ... more »

How to Practice Saves as an Ice Hockey Goalie

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An ice hockey goalie is one of the most difficult positions to play. Goalies try to stop a 6-ounce piece of frozen rubber traveling toward them at speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour. The goalie does this while wearing 50 pounds of equipment. ... more »

How to Rent an Ice Rink to Play Broomball

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Broomball is becoming a sport of choice for many teens as well as adults. It's a similar game to ice hockey, in which players hit a ball into the opponents' net with a broomstick. Finding an ice rink to rent for an evening can sometimes pose a ... more »

How to Care for Your Ice Hockey Skates

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Your skates are your most important piece of equipment for hockey. Here's how to keep them in good shape... more »

How to Run a Hockey Defense: Left Wing Lock

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This is a popular variation on the two-player forecheck defense. It sets the defense in a slightly different position and creates a wonderful wall against offensive breakouts... more »

How to Stop and Quick Start in Ice Hockey

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Quick changes of direction are very common in ice hockey. A player will have to be able to stop and quickly start again to stay in the game... more »

How to Become a Hockey Player

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While sometimes called the fourth sport, behind football, basketball and baseball, hockey is still a major sport in the U.S. as well as Canada and many other countries worldwide. If you're thinking you want to be a hockey player but not quite ... more »

How to Buy Kids' Hockey Gear as a Gift

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Hockey equipment makes a great gift for a young athlete, but it's hard to surprise them with all of it - they really need to be there if you want to get the right fit... more »

How to Get Fully Equipped for Ice Hockey

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Playing competitive hockey involves a certain amount of risk. Fast-moving pucks, cross-checking and body checks make injuries in hockey a very real concern. Protective equipment allows you to play the game more than once... more »

How to Improve Balance on the Ice for Ice Hockey

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Balance is essential to a hockey player. Hockey is a collision sport, so it is very easy to get knocked down unless you have worked on your balance. Here are several exercises that will help... more »

How to watch every nhl game free online

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this year i decided to get a nhl center ice account. I found out that you can get one for your computer. Preferring computer over tv I decided to pay the 150 dollars to get a year pass for every game not on versus which is most games. I got an ... more »

How to Become a Pro Hockey Player

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Many hockey players dream of making it to a professional league. Although few players do, it's not impossible. With plenty of practice, dedication and extraordinary talent you can become a professional hockey player. Ideally, hockey players ... more »

How to Buy a Pair of Ice Skates for Hockey

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A hockey skate is designed for stability and turning ability and to give some protection from the puck. Like any other athletic footwear, different skates will have different features... more »

How to Do a Lightning Drill in Ice Hockey

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Conditioning is everything in hockey and a lightning drill is one of the best ways to improve yours... more »

How to Do a Saucer Pass in Ice Hockey

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A saucer pass sends the puck spinning through the air eight to ten inches above the ground, making the pass extremely difficult to intercept. While some say the saucer pass is risky, in truth the usefulness of the pass has been proved time and ... more »

How to Follow College Hockey

By Michael Motta

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I've written an article called "How to Follow College Sports" (second to last link beneath article under "Resources"), but college hockey is a somewhat esoteric niche unto itself. Unlike the saturation of NCAA football, men's basketball, and now ... more »

How to Handle the Puck in Ice Hockey

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If skating is the most important skill in hockey, handling the puck is a close second. Everything you accomplish in a hockey game depends on handling the puck effectively... more »

How to Score on a Breakaway in Ice Hockey

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Outside of an empty net, a breakaway is the best chance a player will have to score. Here is how to convert on a breakaway... more »

How to Change on the Fly in Hockey

By Richard Neuman

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Line changes are usually pretty straight forward, but sometimes things can get a little tangled up. Here’s a couple tips to make sure your shift change goes smoothly... more »

How to Customize an Ice Hockey Stick

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A hockey stick is among the most essential equipment for hockey. Having your stick just the way you want it will help improve your game play. Here's how to prepare your stick... more »

How to Enjoy the NHL Playoffs as a Non-Hockey Fan

By Zach Chouteau

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Perhaps it’s due to hockey’s heritage as a mostly Canadian passion, or maybe it’s just that it’s so darn difficult to keep track of that little round flat thing they smack around on the ice, but hockey has never truly caught on for the American ... more »

How to Handle a Hockey Stick

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While learning to play hockey, it is important to learn to handle the stick. Stick handling is a key element to playing hockey, and developing quick and accurate movements can make or break the success of a player. Use the tips below to develop ... more »

How to Play Hockey Like Wayne Gretzky

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Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky racked up points, records and awards throughout his career. During his time in the NHL, he played on teams that won the Stanley Cup four times, and he was named league MVP in nine different seasons. If you want to play ... more »

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