Hockey

Hockey is a team sport played on ice or a field, where players use sticks to hit a puck or ball into the opposing team’s goal to score points. In ice hockey, teams typically consist of six players each on the ice at a time, including a goaltender, while field hockey is played with eleven players on grass or turf. Both versions of the sport involve strategies of teamwork, skillful stick handling, and physical endurance. The game is known for its fast pace, physical contact, and the requirement for players to wear protective gear, especially in the ice variant. Hockey has a rich tradition and is played at various levels globally, with notable professional leagues such as the NHL (National Hockey League) for ice hockey, and the FIH (International Hockey Federation) governing field hockey tournaments and events.