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...
12 things to do before the upcoming hockey season
The hockey season is just around the corner, which means you should start getting ready. Here are 12 tips to make sure you are ready for the upcoming hockey season. Get your skates sharpened Whether you played in summer, haven’t played since spring, or this is...
12 unwritten rules of hockey: Beer league hockey etiquette
Whether you are learning to play hockey or are a pro, the unwritten rules of adult hockey can be a lot more confusing than the written rules of hockey. The #1 rule of beer hockey is always: Don’t be a d**k — so most of these rules (although not all of them) fall...
