Hockey for the Clueless (or What to Expect When Attending Your First Hockey Game)
Thursday, August 12, 2010 
Guest Post by Kerri Nelson
1. Originally created as the Native American version of lacrosse, this sport was first formally played in 1855 Canada. Today, hockey is a fast paced, exciting sport on ice—enjoyed by millions.
2. Add 1 big center, two mighty wings, two big defensemen, and one solid goalie. Teeth not required.
3. Gather in a regulation size ice rink, with 2 goals and 1 puck. Screaming & bickering fans included at no extra cost.
4. Watch as huge men in thick, padded uniforms scramble to push 1 tiny object down the ice and into a net. Violence may ensue.
5. Caution: meddling men in black and white striped shirts may send players to their room (a/k/a “the penalty box”) for misbehavior.
6. Such penalty inducing infractions may include bad behaviors known as icing, high sticking, cross checking, holding the stick, hooking, roughing, and slashing. Not to be confused with slang terms for “gang violence.”
7. If the men are really, really bad they can be punished for spearing, fighting, butt-ending, charging, and boarding. Please note: expect the worst behavior for the best game experience and fighting is often preceded by the tossing down of gloves.
8. Be prepared for a shoot out to occur if multiple infractions are assessed. No bulletproof vests are necessary.
9. Enjoy the loud music, obscenity yelling fans, general mayhem and competitiveness, and men who know how to handle their sticks.
10. Be on the lookout for the ultimate goal—a large cup known as Stanley.
We hope you’ve enjoyed this hockey tutorial. We do warn that hockey may become highly addictive and should be viewed with caution. If you attend repeated games, you’ll be forced to wear team colors, purchase high priced team souvenirs and follow the team’s progress throughout the season.
Consider yourself warned.
Kerri Nelson discovered her love of writing when she penned her first poem in the second grade entitled “Black Cat: Dark As Night”. At sixteen, she became a columnist for her local newspaper as the high school correspondent for the weekly "Panther Tales" column. She won the Outstanding Young Journalist of the Year Award for her efforts.
After an education and career in the legal field, Kerri began to pen romantic suspense novels. She is a true southern belle and comes complete with a dashing husband and three adorable children. When she’s not
writing, you’ll find her baking homemade goodies!
Kerri is a multi-published author of romance in every genre from romantic suspense and paranormal to young adult and inspirational novels. Kerri’s latest release is a hockey themed romantic suspense set in Chicago, Illinois as the U.S. Hockey Team trains for the upcoming Olympics. Cross Check My Heart is a thrill ride both on the ice and off as Danny and Jana make a run for the gold and for their lives!
Read more about Kerri’s books at her website: www.kerrinelson.com
Reader Comments (8)
This was very insiteful. I will admit I have never watched a hockey game except for the parts you see in the movies. Thanks for psoting these!
This totally gets me right back into the spirit of the Winter Olympics! :-) Time to write another hockey romance, Kerri? Yeah, I think so.
Just wait, tomorrow, I'll visit again and say the same thing. :-)
Sarah~~It is always fun to learn about something new. Learning about hot hockey players = research I can get on board with. Ya know? Thanks for your support!
Becca~~Wondering if I should do a sequel to this book featuring Danny's best friend. What do you think? Huggers, K.
Hello, I have always wanted to see a hockey game other than the Olympics. I'd love to see one in person...
-Brandy
brandyzbooks@yahoo.com
I have never watch a hockey game except for the Olympic. It Is to violent for me but I can read a book about it.
loretta
lbcanton@verizon.net
Brandy~~You have to see them live to get the full effect! Television just doesn't do them justice. Glad you stopped by and thanks!
Loretta~~I think you'll love the book. Hope you get a chance to check it out. Thanks for stopping by.
Best,
Kerri
Loved it.
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