Underwater hockey
Underwater hockey is a worldwide limited contact sport in which two teams compete to push the ball across the pool floor to the opponent's goal by pushing the perk with a hockey stick
Underwater hockey took a very long time to be accepted by the public, and in many ways, the journey is not over yet. The sport was finally recognized by the International Olympic Committee.
History
The Royal Navy invented underwater hockey in the 1950s to keep divers healthy and improve their ability to move and work efficiently underwater. The game was released soon after in Australia and developed into a fast and dynamic sport played in more than 20 countries. 토토사이트
Originally known as "Oktopush," the game was invented in 1954 in England to train divers and British commandos. The sport is recognized by the International Olympic Committee and managed by the World Underwater Federation.
How to play
Underwater hockey (UWH) is a world-wide limited contact sport in which two teams, driven by hockey sticks (or pushers), maneuvering the puck across the pool floor to the opponent's goal.
How to win
The team that scores the most goals in a given time is the winner. Obviously the game is completely underwater and the players have to stay underwater until the goal is scored. Players can only reappear when the referee stops playing for a goal or foul.
Scoring
A goal is scored when a team hits a puck on the opponent's goal using a stick. No other tools or body parts may be used in the game, and any goal considered to be from the player's body will result in a foul in the opponent's favor.
Why is underwater hockey unique?
The first is that it's the only sport that you have to hold your breath all the time while you're on the field. Secondly, underwater hockey is the only three-dimensional team sport. You can play below or next to another player.
Benefits of Underwater Hockey
Good cardiovascular exercise. Underwater hockey is a great way to stay in shape. Reduce the risk of injury. Improve your mental game.a great sense of community.
Trivia
Surprisingly, there are tribal communities on Earth where all members can hold their breath for longer. People in the Sama-Bajau community can stay underwater for 13 minutes at a depth of 230 feet (70 meters).