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4 unusual facts about ice hockey rink


Bozeman Icedogs

Founded in 1996 by a Michigan-based investment group, the Icedogs were forced to play their entire first season on the road when the ownership team’s funding fell short with their rink only half-built.

Ice hockey rink

In most leagues, goals are disallowed if an attacking player enters the goal crease with a stick, skate, or any body part before the puck.

Lisa on Ice

Rivalry between Lisa and Bart in the rink escalates into their home life and beyond, fueled considerably by Homer and coaches.

Tennents' Sixes

Many were similar to indoor soccer in America, which in turn was developed with many influences, such as the use of a penalty box and making the pitch the same size as a NHL rink, from ice hockey.


Legend of the Octopus

The practice started April 15, 1952 when Pete and Jerry Cusimano, brothers and storeowners in Detroit's Eastern Market, hurled an octopus into the rink of The Old Red Barn.

Lørenskog Ishall

Lørenskog Ishall is an indoor ice hockey arena located in Lørenskog, Norway.


see also

2010 ECHL All-Star Game

Sponsors for the event included ice hockey equipment maker Sher-Wood Hockey (both puck control relays), athletic apparel company Reebok (fastest skater and hardest shot), outdoor barbecue girll producer Bull Outdoor Products (rapid fire), game-worn jersey supplier MeiGray Group (accuracy shooting competition) and Southern California-based ice hockey rink company Ice Town (breakaway relay).