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2024 Velocity Hockey Center 3on3 "The Game"

The real emphasis will be to get out of the kids way and let them learn, play and have fun! Coaching during 3-On-3 games is frowned upon. The smaller ice surfaces create a much faster paced game and gives the players more opportunities with the puck. Decisions must be made quickly forcing the athlete to think and react at an accelerated pace. Goalies are not exempt from the increased speed of the game, seeing 50-70 shots per game. 3-On-3 on the small rink at Velocity Hockey Center is a fun way for the athletes to explore and improve their game all on their own!


3 on 3 Frequently Asked Questions

Are there special rules? Yes. The intent of the 3 on 3 leagues is to have as much continuous play as possible with as little rules and stoppage play as reasonably possible.

Will there be offside’s? There are no off-side’s in the 3 on 3 leagues or tournaments.

Is this a no-check league? Yes.

What division should my team or child play in? All the 3 on 3 league divisions are age specific. Please view the requirements before registering an individual or team. We are enforcing this rule to make sure the league is very competitive at all levels.

How many players per team? You are required to roster a minimum of 11 skaters plus 1 goalie. 

Will the goalies be used? Yes. Each team is required to have 1 goalie with an option of a 2nd at all levels. 

What is the format for each game? Each 3 on 3 game is 50 minutes running time for all levels. 

How long are the shifts? All First Year, Intermediate, 8U and Upper Mites will have sixty (60) second shifts. All Squirts,10U, Peewees, 12U, Bantams and above will change on the fly.

Do we need coaches/parents on the bench? Each team is required to have at least 1 parent/coach and no more the 2 parents/coaches on the bench to help supervise the team.  Please remember 'No Coaching', just Encouragement!


Why Velocity 3-On-3?

Our Specialized Rink Size Leads to More Puck Touches, Skating Reps, Stickhandling/Shooting Reps and Creativity/Scoring Opportunities all at a Higher Game Speed.

Our Unique Formula Creates the Midwest’s Best Skill Development Tool for Players of All Ages/Genders.

Countless Velocity 3-On-3 Hockey Players Have Graduated on to Success at Every Level of Hockey Over our 17-Year History. From Association Hockey to High School, Collegiate and Pro Careers, It’s Been Proven that the Velocity 3-On-3 Hockey Method Will Help Develop Your Son or Daughter’s Skill Set 10 Times Faster Than on a Regulation Rink. 

 

Here’s How:

  • Beginner players never feel like they’re out of the play thus will be engaged in the play at all times.
  • Players will handle the puck more, which in a competitive small-rink environment is going to expedite the development of their stickhandling/shooting  skills. 
  • Players will quickly develop better hockey sense and their overall skills & fundamental due to the high-tempo, up-and-down game style that forces players to work on all skill sets each shift.
  • Players will develop their overall skating fundamentals such as quickness, turns, stops and any other transitional movements due to the higher paced play on smaller ice surface and condensed play.
  • Players will develop faster read-and-react skills with and without the puck. The game is faster, which forces you to learn to “think fast and play fast.”
  • Players will learn how to think ahead and get away from traffic on a small window of ice.
  • Goalies will face increased amounts of shots from all areas. With the abundance of scoring chances the 3-On-3 games create, the goalies are forced to make 60-70 saves per game.
  • Velocity has two state-of-the-art “Small Sheet” rinks in the metro. Perfect for 3-On-3, fast-paced action and focus on skill development
  • The high school, collegiate and professional style of hockey is transitioning more to a speed and skill-based game. Velocity 3-On-3 will help your child develop the skill set that will help them attain their hockey goals, no matter how lofty.