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Step 1
Understand that when an ice hockey player commits a penalty it's always within the framework of sportsmanship. A player should not try to intentionally injure or harm another competitor.
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Step 2
Know the appropriate game situation to get a tripping penalty. To execute a tripping penalty a player needs to have no other choice. If the tripping does not occur the opposition will gain a serious competitive advantage likely resulting in a goal.
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Step 3
Position the offending player behind the opposing player at a proper distance and angle to execute a tripping penalty.
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Step 4
Grab the hockey stick with both hands and a firm grip. Sometimes a player if out of position cannot grip the hockey stick with both hands. While the one-handed reaching trip is done, it can result in the loss of the hockey stick. In addition, a tepid tripping attempt is not likely to have the desired outcome even if the stick is not lost.
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Step 5
Extend the hockey stick and trip the opposing player. With a firm grip extend the hockey stick, and pull the opposing players legs back toward the offending player.
