Roller Hockey

The wrist shot is the most common shot in roller hockey. It is most effective as a short quick shot, so practice for control and speed.

The snap shot is a combination of the wrist shot and the slap shot, mixing power and quickness.

The most powerful and impressive shot in the game of roller hockey is the slap shot. A good slap shot is naturally powerful, so practice for control - aim for a corner of the goal.

A good backhand shot is a difficult skill to master, as the puck must come off the convex side of your stick. However, there are many times when a backhand shot is your only option.

The stick lift is a very simple and effective way to disrupt your opponent's ability to control the puck. Done well, it can also be used to make a steal.

Utilize the maximum extension of your arm and stick to poke the puck away from an opponent.

Use the defensive sweep check to sweep your entire stick along the ground and knock the puck free from your opponent's control.

In addition to having the proper gear, a roller hockey goalie must possess speed, calm, and experience in the cage. This simple set of instructions is merely a foundation of basic skills for new...

There are many National In-Line Hockey Association (NIHA) tournaments and leagues across the nation, but it's sometimes the most fun just to play with your friends. Playing the right way...

Getting together a roller hockey team is not hard to do, and having a team will bring your playing experience to a higher level.

Set up your own roller hockey rink according to National In-Line Hockey Association (NIHA) standards, but don't worry if you can't follow every one of the steps.

For simplicity's sake, any two objects spaced 72 inches apart can mark a goal. But when you make a good set of goals, games rise to a new level.

It's the job of the referee or host to make sure the game starts smoothly. Organizing a proper face-off is essential to a well-organized game.

Getting the proper gear for roller hockey ensures that you'll have a safe, quality experience.

Although roller hockey appears to be the same as ice hockey (only without the ice), several essential elements make it a very different sport.

Being able to reverse your direction quickly is an essential skill in roller hockey. Use the in-line adaption of the hockey stop to stop yourself quickly at high speed.

Proper stick technique is essential to roller hockey. Learn how to hold your stick correctly with these simple steps.

Practice dribbling, the primary stick-to-puck skill, until you are good at it. Dribbling is controlling the puck, and whoever controls the puck controls the game.

Passing is the most effective way of moving the puck. The sweep is the most basic and common pass - learn it first, and learn it well.

The shovel pass, also called the cut pass, is a great short pass to use when the receiver is relatively open. It's also a highly accurate way to move the puck a short distance.