Hokej

When a player shoots the puck from their half across the opponent's goal line without it being touched.

(often called "hokej" in various languages) is a high-speed, full-contact team sport played on ice skates, where players use sticks to shoot a vulcanized rubber puck into the opposing team's net. Core Gameplay and Rules

A standard game lasts 60 minutes, divided into three 20-minute periods. Teams typically consist of six players on the ice at once: one goaltender and five skaters (usually three forwards and two defensemen). When a player shoots the puck from their

Each goal is worth one point. The team with the highest score wins; ties are often settled by overtime or a shootout. Key Violations:

Occurs if an attacking player enters the opponent's zone before the puck. Teams typically consist of six players on the

Wear skates , a helmet with a face mask , shoulder pads, elbow pads, heavy-duty gloves , padded shorts (breezers), and shin guards.

Traditionally wooden but now often made of composite materials; lengths typically reach the player's chin when on skates. History and Origins Key Violations: Occurs if an attacking player enters

Use more extensive protection, including a reinforced mask , large leg pads (up to 11 inches wide), a catching glove , and a blocker.