Ice hockey clinic for women planned

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Ever wonder what constitutes a high-sticking or cross-checking call? Or how about why a goalie just got called for delay of game or icing? There are many people out there who love watching hockey but simply don’t know the finer, more specific rules of the game.

At the University of Maine, we know that hockey is a way of life and the games are packed full of fun and excitement. But what about knowing what’s really going on in this high speed game, or why the ref is blowing the whistle?

Enter the Friends of Maine Hockey. This organization is a booster that supports the men’s hockey program and they help the team and the community by putting on many events throughout the year.

“We have a bonding weekend, a lobster event, all kinds of activities to support the hockey program,” Ellen Woolley said, a leader at Friends of Maine. All the work they do goes directly into a fund for the hockey program.

The organization will be helping to put on a free women’s-only clinic to help women better understand and enjoy the game of ice hockey. The event will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 7 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Alfond Family Lounge on campus.

“We know there are huge amounts of female hockey fans that just don’t know the nuances of the game,” Woolley said. “We hope to help clear up some issues with the help of coaches to explain some of the confusing parts of the game.” Incorporated in the clinic will be PowerPoint presentations and speakers to go over rules of the game, strategies, referee signals and penalty calls, all taught by the UMaine hockey coaching staff. At the end of the session, there will be a question and answer period for any stones left unturned.

So, if you’re a female hockey fan looking to learn about how the game really works, come check out the clinic and get answers to the questions you’ve always wanted to ask. For more information, Woolley can be contacted at (207)732-5353.

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