Rules & Basics
What is the name of the line you must pass the ring over when going up the ice?
The Blue Line
Who is the only player allowed to stay in the crease?
Goalie
What country was ringette invented in?
Canada
What are the 4 positions on the ice?
Centre
Forward
Defense
Goalie
What colour is the ringette ring?
Blue
How many players from each team are allowed in the offensive zone at a time?
3
Name the three player positions who play offense in the offensive zone?
Centre and Two Forwards
What year was ringette invented?
1963
What can a shorter stick help with
Balance
Harder to be checked
More control
How many referees are on the ice in a normal situation?
2
What is the Maximum number of players on the ice for one team including the goalie?
6
What is it called when a defender tries to guide an opponent away from the net?
Channelling
Who created ringette?
Sam Jacks
What is an important skill for playing defense?
Backward skating
What is it called when a player scores three goals in a game?
A hat trick
What happens if you accidentally enter the goalie crease?
Play is stopped & violation can be called
What is the defensive triangle?
A defensive strategy where defenders form a triangle to protect the net
2 low defense and 1 high centre
What province was ringette made in?
Ontario
What is the legal height a stick can be?
Extra point: What is the recommended height
Cannot be higher than the armpit when on sticks
Sternum on skates, armpit off skates
What is the name of a skating move when a player quickly changes direction?
A pivot
What is the free pass circle used for?
To start play or resume after stoppage
What is offensive L-Support?
Used when a player is carrying the ring and needs passing options
Forwards move in an L-shape to give the ring carrier passing options and to open space to shoot
What country outside of Canada has strong and growing ringette teams?
Finland
What is a drop pass?
When a player leaves the ring behind them for a teammate to pick up immediately
What is a pick used for?
To block or screen a defender so an offensive team mate can get open and potentially shoot