Had my first taste of hockey locker rooms. I kinda figured out the coed thing, luckily on my own, but appreciate your validation. However, the locker was extremely small and difficult to change. Any advice on sharing tight spaces. Do you keep bags of seating?
It can be very tricky! You kind of just have to push your way into a seat. If i know I am going to a small locker room, I try to get there a little early. If it's too small, you should keep all your stuff off the benches, and try to keep your bag in front of you without taking anyone else's space. I am glad I could help!
Can you talk about warming up and stretching? I joined a team as a spare this year and in my first game I twisted my knee badly 2x in the first period, played in the 3rd period but am now dealing with a bum knee where I can't take stairs etc and might have to sit out the rest of the season. But am wondering if I would have done some stretching before hand maybe I could have prevented it. and also show us how to enter and exit the ice to the bench, that was a surprise...can't I just use the door? haha
We don't do coed. But we do try to make sure we always get the connecting locker room so we can just lock the door between them. That way, once everyone is dressed, we can have our celebratory sticks or brews together
Also *the importance of talking on the ice. To that point you can explain about tapping your stick on the ice and guys that try to fool you from the other team *never skate behind the net during warmups *try to always face the play/puck and making your stick available for a pass *maybe you could talk about the importance of positional play and graduating into first, second and third man in the zone and talk about supporting the puck carrier as well as back checking
I am sure there is an easier way to message you about future ideas but I don’t know how so here are some thoughts: *Talk about the camaraderie w hockey players *have you experienced any negative interactions as a female playing in a mostly male sport? *crazy goalies *dirty players/plays *checking vs non-checking *guys that wear visors or no shields *jumping the boards as a beginner *the importance of skating backwards and practicing your backhand *guys that always spit water on the ice Hope one of these topics will help in future videos Good luck and keep producing
I agree with most of the suggestions except for the beer thing. I get it, it's called beer league (or is often going by that name), and I understand that some, or sometimes most, of the players think a cold beer is the best thing after a two hour practice session; however, some of us don't drink beer on a regular basis, and would rather go with something non-alcaholic, like a cold coke for instance (in which case it's basically bring your own, which is fine). It always felt weird to me that you'd go for 3 - 4 beers after a long session, basically being completely dehydrated, risking being caught DUI. What I'm after here is the culture of drinking beer, and associating it with recreational hockey. I think we should reconsider the whole "beer league" naming scheme and go with "recreational hockey" (or "rec hockey"), as it emphasizes the true meaning of the league. In Denmark, where I play, there's no trace of "beer league" in any of the namings of the teams or the branding; rather, the term "rec hockey" is translated to "rec/exercise hockey" or simply "old boys".
Yes, I agree with you! I don't drink much any more either and always think it's weird it can be the culture. If someone brings something like soda, no one judges them or makes fun of them (at least I have never seen it). I do think it should be called rec hockey, because that is really what it is.
Do you have to shower after matches or can you leave and shower at home? And for changing do you have to get nude to put on the hockey cloths or can you wear your own cloths underneath 😢? Under 18 btw
I do not have ANY info on youth and if you have to shower, what to wear, etc. But for adults, you can shower at home - and most people I play with do. And some people wear their under-things to the rink, and some people change there.
It really depends on the town! Where I started playing (in Wisconsin) EVERYONE showered after the game. I though that was normal. I have since lived in Oregon, Idaho, and Washington, and it's hit or miss. Sometimes no one does, sometimes a few people do. It does seem like more people shower at tournaments than league, just because they might be going out (or staying in the stands) after they play - whereas in a league they just go home after.
If your bringing beer, bring good beer. Otherwise, you'll be known as the person who buys cheap beer which is worse than bringing no beer. Youngest person on the team cleans up the cans whether you drink in the locker room or parking lot. Besides tape, brink your own soap, shampoo and towel. Never take the goalies spot in the room ...... ever !
@@anthonybucci9932 We have a guy who brings Bud Light. To everything. All the time. It's a little endearing I guess. And for him, he is known to always bring beer but because no one wants to drink his beer he doesn't even have to share. It's brilliant really.
I can appreciate you discussing coed locker room etiquette but as you mentioned not having ever been in an all men’s locker room, I can tell you 100% guys locker rooms with no women around is an environment where the discussion, the teasing, the atmosphere is something that just can’t be replicated when any woman is around. I hope you or any woman does not take offense to this. I respect your being a part of the sport I deeply love.
Yes, very true! It's not offensive at all. There really is no right answer - women do not always have their own locker rooms, and if they do, they are not included in the team culture. I am not sure what the right answer is, but I do appreciate that men can be men when women aren't there (and at the same time, I can be thankful they are not that when I am there :)
Other thoughts while in the locker room. Especially Dont talk Politics. Spare the stories and beaching too about a spouse or significant other, we aint interested and you're boring us. We like to take a turn each week in who brings beer--non drinkers can opt out if they like. Its all Good. "An Ice Life is a Good Life" they like to stay.
Lol, rule 3 cracks me up. Every team has one. In my experience, they use half a roll of tape per shin pad....lol
haha right?? And no one ever says anything, so they will never learn.
Had my first taste of hockey locker rooms. I kinda figured out the coed thing, luckily on my own, but appreciate your validation. However, the locker was extremely small and difficult to change. Any advice on sharing tight spaces. Do you keep bags of seating?
It can be very tricky! You kind of just have to push your way into a seat. If i know I am going to a small locker room, I try to get there a little early. If it's too small, you should keep all your stuff off the benches, and try to keep your bag in front of you without taking anyone else's space. I am glad I could help!
Can you talk about warming up and stretching? I joined a team as a spare this year and in my first game I twisted my knee badly 2x in the first period, played in the 3rd period but am now dealing with a bum knee where I can't take stairs etc and might have to sit out the rest of the season. But am wondering if I would have done some stretching before hand maybe I could have prevented it. and also show us how to enter and exit the ice to the bench, that was a surprise...can't I just use the door? haha
Thanks, good points! I will put these on my list. I usually use the door though - I see nothing wrong with it 😀 (as long as you stay onside).
We don't do coed. But we do try to make sure we always get the connecting locker room so we can just lock the door between them. That way, once everyone is dressed, we can have our celebratory sticks or brews together
Aww that's awesome! I hope more rinks are designed that way in the future.
Also
*the importance of talking on the ice. To that point you can explain about tapping your stick on the ice and guys that try to fool you from the other team
*never skate behind the net during warmups
*try to always face the play/puck and making your stick available for a pass
*maybe you could talk about the importance of positional play and graduating into first, second and third man in the zone and talk about supporting the puck carrier as well as back checking
Thanks again!
Good points on the co-ed topic.
Thanks! People don’t really talk about this - but it’s so important for everyone to know.
I am sure there is an easier way to message you about future ideas but I don’t know how so here are some thoughts:
*Talk about the camaraderie w hockey players
*have you experienced any negative interactions as a female playing in a mostly male sport?
*crazy goalies
*dirty players/plays
*checking vs non-checking
*guys that wear visors or no shields
*jumping the boards as a beginner
*the importance of skating backwards and practicing your backhand
*guys that always spit water on the ice
Hope one of these topics will help in future videos
Good luck and keep producing
These are so great! I will put them on my list!
I agree with most of the suggestions except for the beer thing. I get it, it's called beer league (or is often going by that name), and I understand that some, or sometimes most, of the players think a cold beer is the best thing after a two hour practice session; however, some of us don't drink beer on a regular basis, and would rather go with something non-alcaholic, like a cold coke for instance (in which case it's basically bring your own, which is fine). It always felt weird to me that you'd go for 3 - 4 beers after a long session, basically being completely dehydrated, risking being caught DUI.
What I'm after here is the culture of drinking beer, and associating it with recreational hockey. I think we should reconsider the whole "beer league" naming scheme and go with "recreational hockey" (or "rec hockey"), as it emphasizes the true meaning of the league. In Denmark, where I play, there's no trace of "beer league" in any of the namings of the teams or the branding; rather, the term "rec hockey" is translated to "rec/exercise hockey" or simply "old boys".
Yes, I agree with you! I don't drink much any more either and always think it's weird it can be the culture. If someone brings something like soda, no one judges them or makes fun of them (at least I have never seen it). I do think it should be called rec hockey, because that is really what it is.
Do you have to shower after matches or can you leave and shower at home? And for changing do you have to get nude to put on the hockey cloths or can you wear your own cloths underneath 😢? Under 18 btw
I do not have ANY info on youth and if you have to shower, what to wear, etc.
But for adults, you can shower at home - and most people I play with do. And some people wear their under-things to the rink, and some people change there.
Showers after Hockey? Never seen it, and the rinks with access to showers a rare in Minnesota.
It really depends on the town! Where I started playing (in Wisconsin) EVERYONE showered after the game. I though that was normal. I have since lived in Oregon, Idaho, and Washington, and it's hit or miss. Sometimes no one does, sometimes a few people do.
It does seem like more people shower at tournaments than league, just because they might be going out (or staying in the stands) after they play - whereas in a league they just go home after.
If your bringing beer, bring good beer. Otherwise, you'll be known as the person who buys cheap beer which is worse than bringing no beer. Youngest person on the team cleans up the cans whether you drink in the locker room or parking lot. Besides tape, brink your own soap, shampoo and towel. Never take the goalies spot in the room ...... ever !
It also goes without saying that you should bring COLD beer ...........
@@anthonybucci9932 We have a guy who brings Bud Light. To everything. All the time. It's a little endearing I guess. And for him, he is known to always bring beer but because no one wants to drink his beer he doesn't even have to share. It's brilliant really.
LOL, every team I've played on is a Coors Light team... No one drinks my "good stuff". Each team is different.
I can appreciate you discussing coed locker room etiquette but as you mentioned not having ever been in an all men’s locker room, I can tell you 100% guys locker rooms with no women around is an environment where the discussion, the teasing, the atmosphere is something that just can’t be replicated when any woman is around. I hope you or any woman does not take offense to this. I respect your being a part of the sport I deeply love.
Yes, very true! It's not offensive at all. There really is no right answer - women do not always have their own locker rooms, and if they do, they are not included in the team culture. I am not sure what the right answer is, but I do appreciate that men can be men when women aren't there (and at the same time, I can be thankful they are not that when I am there :)
"Ive never been in a mens locker room". Trust me, you're not missing much. Heyo!
haha thanks.
Other thoughts while in the locker room. Especially Dont talk Politics. Spare the stories and beaching too about a spouse or significant other, we aint interested and you're boring us. We like to take a turn each week in who brings beer--non drinkers can opt out if they like. Its all Good. "An Ice Life is a Good Life" they like to stay.
I love all of these! Great tips.
A locker room is for changing your clothes and showering. They shouldn't be co ed.
There are definitely different opinions on this - it just depends on where you are. Thanks for the comment!