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History of the Wood Hockey Stick

History of the Wood Hockey Stick

The First Hockey Sticks It is believed the first hockey stick was probably made from a tree branch or sapling and was... more

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Layering Up - How to Dress for Outdoor Hockey

As with any wintry outdoor endeavor, the age-old recommendation remains the same, layer up. Layers allow you to begi... more

Tournament Spotlight: Iron Creek Classic (South Dakota)

Tournament Spotlight: Iron Creek Classic (South Dakota)

Name of the Tournament: Iron Creek Classic Location of the Tournament: Spearfish, South Dakota What time of the year?... more

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Heated Hockey Socks - The Cure for Cold Feet

In an effort to both keep all of our body parts intact and extend outdoor play, we began the process of developing a ... more

Sand County Classic Pond Hockey

Tournament Spotlight: Sand County Classic (WI)

Name of the Tournament: Sand County Classic Location of the Tournament: Rome, Wisconsin What time of the year? First ... more

History of the Hockey Puck

History of the Hockey Puck

At Third Assist we're going to start a limited series sharing the history of some of the most common hockey equipment... more