Similarities and Differences - Field Hockey and Ice Hockey

Similarities and Differences - Field Hockey and Ice Hockey

Similarities


Both are team sports played with a stick. To score, an object must be hit into the opposing goal.

Differences


                 Field Hockey 	                           Ice Hockey


1. Played on a large, rectangular field 	1. Played on ice

2. 11 players per team                  	2. Six players per team

3. Players wear cleats                  	3. Players wear ice skates

4. Stick with curved end used to hit ball 	4. Long-bladed stick used to hit rubber puck