Floor Hockey

Overview & Examples

Hockey without the ice. Two teams battle on a court surface, typically the size of a basketball court. Aggressive, physical play is limited to promote the more recreational aspects of the sport.

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Traditional Formats

Floor hockey is traditionally played with two teams of six players. Open league (mixed) and co-rec league formats are common.

Staffing

Floor hockey is traditionally played with three officials, two of which are referees, each having the same responsibilities, and a scorekeeper/timer. Two officials can be used.

Rules

The second edition of the NIRSA Floor Hockey Rules & Officials Manual was published in 2004 along with an officials’ clinician kit.

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