A Basic Guide to Ice Hockey (Olympic Guides)

From the peewees to the pros, no sport can match Ice Hockey for fast-paced action and thrill-a-minute play. A Basic Guide to Ice Hockey tells you what you need to know about the fundamentals of the sport, whether you’re sharpening your playing skills or rooting for your favorite team. You’ll learn how to tell an icing from an offsides, how to kill penalties, and how to cash in on the power play. You’ll also read the inspiring stories of the U.S. men’s teams that won Olympic gold medals against overwhelming odds in 1960 and 1980. · Profiles of the U.S. men’s and women’s Ice Hockey teams for the 2002 Olympics · Dramatic accounts of the “Team of Destiny” and the “Miracle on Ice” · Clear, concise explanations of Ice Hockey rules · Basic skills and advanced strategies · Nutrition, health, and fitness tips · Guidelines for parents, fans, volunteers, and team members