What is Inline Hockey?

Inline hockey is known to many people as a version of Ice Hockey, played on inline skates. Teams are generally made up of about 14 players, with four players and a netminder on the pitch at any one time.

The game is non-checking (not non-contact!) which means that unlike ice hockey, you are NOT allowed to intentionally body-check an opponent.

Inline Hockey can be played anywhere there is a flat, smooth surface. This includes sports halls, play grounds and purpose built Inline Hockey venues, such as those at Deeside and Derby.

In indoor arenas with a smooth floor, the game is played with a puck, but outside the game can also be played with a ball.

To play inline hockey competitively you need to wear protective equipment. For a player this means: helmet, elbow pads, padded gloves, a team shirt, padded shorts, a cup (or box), leg guards, hockey socks and skates. If you are a netminder you will need to have body armour, netminders leg pads and catching and blocking gloves.