Don't touch the goalie when he has or is grabbing the puck.
Avoid excessive celebrating or showboating.
Do not shoot into the opposing net during warm-ups.
Don't shoot into the empty net with excessive force.
Do not shoot into the opposing team's net during warm-ups.
Why is it considered bad to touch the goalie?
—Touching the goalie when he has or is grabbing the puck is seen as disrespectful and can lead to aggressive reactions from the opposing team.
Why is excessive celebrating frowned upon?
—Excessive celebrating is seen as showboating and can be seen as taunting the opposing team.
Why is shooting into the opposing net during warm-ups not allowed?
—Shooting into the opposing net during warm-ups is considered unsportsmanlike and can lead to retaliation from the other team.
Why should players avoid shooting into the empty net forcefully?
—Shooting into the empty net with excessive force is seen as disrespectful and can be viewed as rubbing salt in the wound.
What are some other unwritten rules in hockey?
—Some other unwritten rules in hockey include no hitting the player while they're down, not starting a fight and then turtling, and always answering the bell after making a questionable or dirty hit.
00:00Welcome back! In this video, we'll explore the unwritten rules in hockey.
04:12One of the main unwritten rules is to not touch the goalie when he has or is grabbing the puck.
06:30Excessive celebrating or showboating is frowned upon in hockey.
09:47Shooting into the opposing net during warm-ups is not allowed.
12:05Players should avoid shooting into the empty net with excessive force to maintain sportsmanship.
15:20Other unwritten rules include no hitting a player while they're down and always answering the bell after making a questionable or dirty hit.
