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What is Ice
Hockey?
Ice Hockey is an
action-packed winter sport that is considered one of the fastest of all
sports. The game is played primarily indoors, between two teams, on an
ice rink with a goal at each end. The object is to score on your
opponent by getting a hard rubber puck into the goal. The puck is
transported using a stick. The side that scores the most goals wins the
game.
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Who
plays Ice Hockey?
Ice Hockey is a game that
can be played by both large and small children who have good
coordination and agility. Quickness and speed on ice skates are two
highly prized qualities in the game of hockey. The players develop
stamina from long sprints up and down the ice. Passing is essential to
this sport so strategy and team work are crucial to be successful.
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What are
the types of Ice Hockey?
There are two types of Ice
Hockey: In-House Hockey and Travel Hockey. In-House Hockey focuses on
having fun while learning the game. Your child will learn the rules of
Hockey, stick handling, cradling, passing and receiving. Sportsmanship
and teamwork is emphasized. In the travel league skill level is very
high and competition is tough. Your child's Hockey skills will improve
substantially simply because of the competition, dedication and practice
required to be part of the team.
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