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The Result?
As reported by USA Hockey, in 2009-10, nearly 44% of hockey players drop out of organized ice hockey by the age of nine
And what about those millions of people who have never had the opportunity to ignite a passion for the game?
We Can!
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Introducing Floorball
A fast-paced, exciting, safe, and low-cost type of co-ed indoor hockey. It resembles floor hockey or ball hockey but is played with lightweight, plastic and composite sticks, a plastic ball, and rules that promote safety and skill.
What is Floorball?
Floorball is a Worldwide sport
Established in the 1970s in Sweden
Those that dont take that step will likely develop a passion for an alternative sport that is technically hockey without the skates and smelly bags Hockey organizations can use floorball as part of their community outreach
THE KEY: Partnerships between hockey organizations and schools
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Many do not have access to a rink and are not exposed to hockey at an early age
Hockey is expensive Floorball is an IDEAL introduction to hockey! Its inexpensive and can be played anywhere Introduces hockey-type skills and movements Can be played year-round Early identification of potential hockey players Leads to an early love for the sport of hockey Kids as young as 4 or 5 can play Its HUGE fun!
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Players can practice with a floorball stick and ball in their garage, basement or driveway.
Will not damage floors or walls (you cant say that about a hockey stick and puck) Unlike using a hockey stick and puck on an artificial surface, you can practice stick handling drills anywhere with a floorball stick & ball Learn and practice zorro moves to improve stick handling on the ice Work on passing with friends or teammates
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We need to get more sticks into kids hands. Floorball is the Perfect Fit
Floorball Rules
No body or stick contact No stick interference Cannot swing stick or hit the ball above the knees No foot passes to a teammate
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