Street Hockey - How to PlayOnline version How the game is played (PE.7.M.1.3, PE.8.C.2.2, PE.7.C.2.1) by Todd Gicker 1 Street Hockey Street Hockey - How to Play 2 What is Street Hockey? What is Street Hockey?Street hockey is played very similar to ice hockey using the same rules and similar style of play. The only difference is that the players are using a ball instead of a puck and are running on firm ground rather than skating on ice. 3 Street Hockey - Players PlayersThe game is played with 5 players and a goalie. There are five players on the court at a time with a goalie. The five players consist of 3 forwards (2 wingers and a center) and two defenders. 4 Object of Game Object of the GameHockey is a fast paced team sport and the object is to outscore your opponent in the allotted time. 5 Start of Play Start of PlayA face-off will occur after every goal scored and to start off each period. The referee will drop the ball in-between the two centers who are facing each other. There are three periods in a game. 6 Out of Bounds Out of BoundsIf the ball is hit out of bounds then the opposing team may pass it back in from the side lines.