Crowood Sports Guides provide sound, practical advice that will make you a better player, whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your sport. Features in this book are Information boxes containing Top Tips and Key Points for the coach and player Sequence photographs and detailed diagrams in color An introduction to the history and rules of the game, and equipment A thorough examination of the core skills of hockey ball carrying, passing, shooting, and defending skills Tactical analysis of the attacking and defending principles of playing the game Valuable advice on techniques, coaching, nutrition and the competitive structure within the sport.