Hockey

1. Field Hockey:

   • Field: Field hockey is played on a grass or turf field. The field is typically 100 yards long and 60 yards wide, with goals at each end.
   • Teams: Each team consists of 11 players, including a goalkeeper. Players use a stick with a curved end to control and hit the ball.
   • Objective: The objective of field hockey is to score goals by hitting the ball into the opposing team's goal using the stick. The team with the most goals at the end of the match wins.
   • Rules: Players must use only one side of the stick to play the ball and cannot use their feet or any other body part to control it. There are rules governing fouls, penalties, and player substitutions.
   • Competitions: Field hockey is played at various levels, including school, club, and international competitions. The FIH (International Hockey Federation) oversees international competitions such as the Hockey World Cup and the Olympic Games.

2. Ice Hockey:

   • Rink: Ice hockey is played on a frozen ice surface known as a rink. The rink is divided into zones, including the neutral zone and the attacking and defensive zones for each team. Goals are located at each end of the rink.
   • Teams: Ice hockey teams typically consist of six players: three forwards, two defensemen, and one goaltender. Players use a stick to control a puck and score goals.
   • Objective: The objective of ice hockey is the same as field hockey – to score goals by shooting the puck into the opposing team's net. The team with the most goals at the end of the game wins.
   • Rules: Ice hockey has specific rules regarding offside, icing, penalties, and player substitutions. It's known for its physicality, with body checking allowed within certain rules.
   • Competitions: Ice hockey is popular in regions with cold climates, particularly in North America, Europe, and Russia. Major professional leagues include the NHL (National Hockey League) in North America and the KHL (Kontinental Hockey League) in Russia. International competitions include the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship and the ice hockey tournament at the Winter Olympics.

Both field hockey and ice hockey require skill, teamwork, and strategy, making them exciting and dynamic sports to watch and play. Whether on grass or ice, hockey offers fans and players alike an adrenaline-filled experience.