When
you’re new to the world of hockey, it’s common to hear a lot of terms or
“jargon” that you are not familiar with. However, don’t allow your confusion to
deter you or your child from participating in this wonderful sport. Sure, it
may have a language all its own, but you’ll learn it in no time if you stick
around! Plus, you can easily get a headstart by familiarizing yourself with a
few terms right now.
The
A
From
your child’s very first team meeting, you’re likely to hear the simple term
“the A” thrown around a lot. When you hear it, know that It’s a shortened way
of saying the American Hockey League, which is the governing organization that
determines most of the rules for the sport, as well as any changes that are
made in the sport as a whole.
You
may also hear this organization called the AHL. Basically, it’s the “God” of
hockey, so get used to hearing about it, no matter what it’s called.
The
Wire
“The
Wire” probably isn’t a term you’ll hear a lot when your child is in the early
stages of youth hockey. However, as he or she moves up the ranks, especially if
your young player is especially good, you may hear it more frequently.
Being
“on the wire” means that a player is being shopped around for a trade or is
about to be released from a team. It’s basically a precarious, but sometimes
positive place to be in. If your child ever gets to the point where other teams
are going after him or her or plays professionally, this is a term you’ll grow
quite familiar with.
Agitator
Finally,
do not be surprised if you hear your child or another player referred to as an
“agitator.” This is simply a player who likes to play on the edge and who
regularly trash talks opponents to try and make them break down or lose control.
This is often a player who plays dirty as well.
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