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Hockey is one of the few team sports played on ice. Its fast-paced gameplay is filled with precise passes, blistering slapshots, and hard collisions—making hockey one of the best spectator sports. Two teams faceoff with a total of twelve players on the ice at a time, including two goalies. Find ice hockey leagues, tournaments, camps, and clinics. Improve your skills with tips, tricks, drills, and more.

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Ever Wonder, by NBC Sports

Hockey players have been taping their sticks since the early 1900s, but why?

A player scores a hat trick goal and a shower of caps rain onto the ice. Then what? Find out where the hats go in the latest Ever Wonder.

There are hundreds of names on the Stanley Cup, but are they all spelled correctly?

In the latest installment of Ever Wonder, take a look at how names are placed on the Stanley Cup and how certain players make the cut and others don't.

There are quite a few arenas across the country that host hockey and basketball games, so how long does it take to change over from the ice to the hardwood?

Have you ever wondered why teams freeze hockey pucks prior to games. Well, it turns out that it comes down to keeping pucks from bouncing around on the ice.

The 1980 islanders didn't even realize they were starting a trend.

Have you ever wondered why scoring three goals in a game is known as a hat trick? It turns out there is a funny story behind it all.

Have you ever wondered what is the most expensive trophy in sports? Well, the answer may surprise you.

For the Hockey Fan in You

NBC’s Today Show’s furriest host, Sunny, was named the official Stanley Pup correspondent for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Check out a recap of his travels so far.

Chicago Blackhawks Patrick Kane talks about favorite youth sports experience when he moved to Detroit at age 14 along with his favorite hockey player during his childhood, Peter Forsberg.

Colorado Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon talks about his dad's impact on his youth hockey experience, the importance of playing multiple sports, and his favorite player growing up.

Mark Scheifele reflects on his younger years - talking about his older brother and dad influence on him growing up. He also gives advice to youth hockey parents emphasizing not to push their kids too hard and allowing them to play every sport they want to

"Playing lacrosse, basketball, and soccer got me so hungry to get back on the ice and play a game that I love."

Anaheim Duck's star Defenceman Josh Manson talks his progression through youth hockey, along with the importance of multi-sports athletes and having fun in the sports you play as a kid.

Dylan Larkin discusses his favorite youth hockey experiences, his favorite NHL player growing up, and the sacrifices he had to make to get to where he is today.

Chris Kreider, who grew up in Massachusetts and played at Boston College, shares his best youth sports advice for parents and memories as a youth player.

Claude Giroux shares his favorite youth sports memory and gives advice to his 12-year-old self.

"Make sure your kids are having fun. Try not to just put them in hockey 12 months out of the year."

Healthy at Home Articles

Coaches and experts around the U.S. weigh in on how you can support your athletes when in-person practices and games aren’t happening due to Covid-19

You are not alone. Parents, coaches, players and fans everywhere are missing youth sports.

College coaches look for more than just athletic ability and academics when evaluating prospects; they care about potential recruits’ coachability and character, too.

Your child’s snacking mood may vary, but you can always maintain healthy snacking habits

Though some parks and recreational areas remain closed due to the global pandemic, you can still switch your indoor activities into outdoor experiences.

When sports finally return, you’ll want to be ready. What does “being ready” mean?

Parents are always wondering: how do I get my kids to move more and stop sitting all day in front of laptops, phones and televisions?

As a coach, learn how you can help your youth sports athletes reduce anxiety to make game day as good as a practice, for a more mentally prepared team.

Being stuck indoors due to the Coronavirus outbreak means you need a bit of imagination to practice and stay game-ready for when the time comes and sports are back

Easy, kid-friendly activities that will keep their minds occupied at home

“Honoring The Game,” is one of the most sacred of principles we teach for athletes, coaches, parents and leaders.

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March 01, 2020

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February 20, 2020

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December 31, 2019

From our partner, USA Hockey

How to Pull the Best Out of Your Players

December 03, 2019

Sled Preds Teammates Share Bond of Service, Hockey

April 15, 2019

Coaching Q-and-A: Northeastern’s Berman Praises Small-Area Games, Warns Against Early Specialization

April 11, 2019

Matt Vernon Writing Own Legacy in Goal

January 31, 2019

Hockey Drill Focuses on Defense, Passing

October 05, 2018

Q&A with USHL Commissioner Tom Garrity

August 27, 2018

You Can’t Compete At Your Best Without Healthy Joints

August 10, 2018

Wild Leadership Summit Inspires Up-and-Coming Hockey Leaders

July 31, 2018

Player Safety and the Culture of Playing Through Pain

July 25, 2018

Protein’s Effect on Sleep and Muscle Recovery

May 23, 2018

Growth of Blind Hockey Demonstrated at Disabled Hockey Festival

May 17, 2018

Ever Wonder, by NBC Sports

Ever Wonder: Why do Hockey Players Tape Their Sticks?

November 10, 2016

Ever Wonder? What Happens to the Hat-Trick Hats?

October 21, 2016

Ever Wonder: Are There Any Misspellings on the Stanley Cup?

October 07, 2016

Ever Wonder? How do They Fit the Player Names on the Stanley Cup?

June 01, 2016

Ever Wonder? How Long it Takes to Convert Hockey Rink to Basketball Court?

May 26, 2016

Ever Wonder? Why do NHL Teams Freeze Hockey Pucks Before Games?

May 13, 2016

Ever Wonder: How did Playoff Beards Start?

May 10, 2016

Ever wonder? Why Three Goals are Called a Hat Trick?

May 10, 2016

Ever Wonder? What is the Most Expensive Trophy in Sports?

February 09, 2016

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Meet the Official Stanley Pup

June 10, 2019

Chicago Blackhawks Patrick Kane on Favorite Childhood Memories and Player

April 13, 2019

Nathan MacKinnon of the Colorado Avalanche Discusses his Youth Hockey Years

March 27, 2019