Equipment:

• Stick -42" to 46" in length
• 4.5" to 8" in width (head of the stick)
• 15" in width for the goaltender
• Ball -8" in circumference, weighs 6 oz.
• Net -4' x 4' (4' deep and cone shaped)

All players on the team, except the goalkeeper, may have to take part in the face-off at some point during the game. In facing-off the two players assume a crouch position opposite each other with their sticks flat on the playing surface with the open face of the pocket facing their own goal. The stick is held firmly with one hand at the "V" of the pocket and the other hand 12" to 16" further down the stick. The referee places the ball between the sticks in the center and when both players are ready the whistle blows for the draw. The face-off players then try to scoop the ball up or direct it to a teammate who may gain possession of it.

Shooting and Passing

1. The Overhand Shot or Pass (most accurate)

The player aims the face of the stick at the target, brings the top hand forward and at the same time  moves the bottom hand slightly downward and back towards their body. The front foot comes forward with the top arm and their body bending forward. The pocket comes right over the shoulder in this co-ordinate movement. The lower the top hand on the stick the greater the leverage which is created and thus a more powerful shot can be made.

2. The Sidearm Shot or Pass

The same foot and body movements are used that were used in the overhand throw. The stick is held in a horizontal or semi-horizontal position. The bottom hand propels the stick forward from the side and the top hand pulls it close to the body.

3. The Underhand Shot or Pass

Very fast if this shot is performed properly. It is deceptive because it may go high or low. It is a hard shot to control and takes much practice to be accurate.

Catching the Ball

A player should learn to catch the ball while standing or running. When receiving the ball the player should hold the stick loosely and cradle/cushion the ball as it comes into the pocket. A slight twisting motion of the wrists ensures that the ball remains in the pocket. If the stick is held rigidly, the ball will bounce in and out of the pocket.

Checking

1. The Cross Check

This can be applied between the shoulders and the hips. The stick is held firmly with the two hands about 16" apart. Once the contact is made, the check is carried out with a pushing ..motion. (Cross checking penalty if push is before contact)

2. The Stick Check

This can be used to prevent the opposing player from catching a pass or for jarring the ball loose from their stick. The check may be made by hitting down or up on the opponent's stick depending on the circumstances. Slashing between and including the gloves is a minor penalty.

3. The Body Check

This check is used to slow down a fast-moving ball carrier. A player may not hip check or drop down in front of their opponent. The check is made at shoulder level.

Goal Crease
 

• No offensive players are allowed in the crease
• A goaltender leaving the crease to play bailor make a pass cannot return to the crease with the ball.

• Bal! carrier may not push off a defender with their "freehand" or possession goes to defending team.
• Defender may not use freehand to impede offensive player (minor penalty)

No player outside the crease may touch the ball with their hands and only the goaltender can use their hands within the crease. If this occurs, possession goes to the opposite team.

Miscellaneous

No hooking, holding, interference or tripping allowed (minor penalty will be assessed)
On "possession" calls offending team must give 3 metres.
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