Hockey save percentages: Every goalie’s favorite statistic
If you ask any hockey goalie, they will probably be able to tell you what their save percentage is. This is a very important statistic for hockey goalies. So what is a save percentage and how do you calculate it? What is a hockey save percentage? A hockey save...
Ice hockey definitions: What is a shot on goal?
If you are new to hockey, you will be hearing the term “shot on goal” or “shot on net” often. But what is a shot on goal? And what is the common misconception about what constitutes a shot on goal? Shot on goal definition The official...
Hockey rules: Abuse of Officials
Abuse of Officials is becoming more of an issue, especially in rec league hockey. But what are the actual rules, what is the line you should not cross, and how much can you be punished? USA Hockey Abuse of Officials rule (Rule 601) For the purposes of the USA Hockey...
Hockey penalty shots: The 5 steps to determining a penalty shot
A hockey penalty shot is a rare situation in any hockey league where a player is allowed a one-on-one shot with the goalie. There are a few situations when a penalty shot would be awarded: 5 steps to determine a penalty shot There are five criteria to a penalty shot...
Hockey rules: Handling the hockey puck with your hands
Hockey is a game played with sticks, which means there are very few circumstances when you should be using your hands to touch the puck. But what are the rules, and when *can* you touch the puck with your hands? USA Hockey Rule 618: Handling the puck with your hands...
