We're a recreational beer-league crew, not the NHL. But some of our rules exist because someone
actually got hurt — and we'd like to keep the injury stories to a minimum. Please read these.
They're short. We promise.
1
Wear Eye Protection
Wear certified eye protection (goggles, cage or visor) at all times on the floor.
Why:
A puck or stick to the eye can cause retinal detachment, which often leads to partial or
complete permanent blindness. It's not worth it. Full stop.
2
No Slap Shots
Slap shots are not permitted during play. Save the one-timers for the warm-up.
Why:
At our skill level, slap shots are dangerously unpredictable — they can cause broken teeth,
facial fractures, and yes, retinal detachment (again). We're all dads (or aspire to be one day, perhaps). We need our faces.
3
Poke Checks From the Front Only
When going for the puck, poke checks must be directed from the front of the player —
never from behind or the side.
Why:
Reaching from behind or the side can cause players to trip over your stick. One of our
own players broke a bone doing exactly this — ended up in a cast and out of all sports
for 3 months. Not a fun story to tell. Don't be that guy.
4
Wear a Jockstrap
Wear a protective cup every single game. Not most games. Every game.
Why:
Even a minor impact to the groin causes serious pain and potential long-term damage.
You may be done having kids — your anatomy is not. Protect it accordingly.
"These rules exist because real people got hurt. Let's make sure we all go home the same way we arrived."
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