Ice Hockey Positions For Beginners - Where should you play?

This is a visual explanation of the position in hockey. Hopefully this video will shed some light on what each player is responsible for, and help you decide where you want to play.
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[@sethgoodro1382]

the goalie at the end of the video is over there thinking hurry up my damn legs hurt haha

[@breezeboy5063]

SOOO TRUEE NOOO

[@bilzo41]

Hi Chris. Just wanna say a massive thanks for all your videos. I played junior hockey for dumfries from aged 9 to 14 and had to give up when my parents divorced. At the end of last year I took my son to a public skating session and I immediately got the bug back. So I'm currently attending weekly adult development training sessions and I've fallen in love with the game again. 16 years after I played last! I'm hoping to sign up for the recreational team for next season and see where it goes from there. Your videos have been very inspirational and helpfull to me as the game and everything that goes with it has changed a bit in 16 years... Thanks again Chris and keep up the good work!! Looking forward to future uploads

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know. If there is anything you'd ever like to see that I haven't already uploaded, please let me know. I hope the hockey learning goes well and you do join a rec team. Who knows, I might see you on the ice if you play in any of the future summer cups.

[@randyhankins6355]

Hey Chris, I’m 64 and have been in the hockey since the Dallas Stars won the Stanley Cup at 99. I’ve learned a lot on my own but I decided to see an expert. Tell me what I think I know. Great job. Great video.

[@BhaarathRamesh]

I came here to understand the game to play NHL09 like a pro.

[@sportingchance5824]

I'm a 45-year-old Aussie. My son started playing a few years ago. I decided to learn too. After a couple of years (on-and-off) learning to skate and handle a puck, I just played my first 'game today. It was an organised game for beginners. I played right defense. I discovered I'm the type of player who's slow, avoids the puck, and tires easily. But I was good at knowing where to be and what my role was (at least that's what my team-mate said!). That's mainly because I watched this video. Thanks Chris!

[@WarReport.]

Canadian here, I remember my first hockey tryout as a kid I didn't know about offside so I stood by the other teams goalie when play was in the other end. I obviously made the lowest team, but quickly improved within two years I was much higher and better :)

[@ryansween8729]

I used to live in Peterborough, when I was just a little guy! Crazy to know they had an ice rink. Im 35 and have been skating and taking LTP classes for 3 months. Your videos have helped me so much, in play and in confidence! Cheers!

[@javinpatel3779]

I've been skating for 3 years now and everyone says I should play ice hockey. My mom finally agreed to let me play. Do you think it's alright if I start when I'm 14?

[@newmaj1482]

+Javin P why wouldnt it, at the end of the day there is always going to be someone better and worse than you so just enjoy it

[@roberthenderson3769]

I'm just started going for tryouts and I'm 17.

[@andytiu7351]

Absolutely. Little late now but I started a year ago and I’m decent

[@brooklynhogarth4287]

Javin Patel I think it's ok because I'm starting and I'm 13, but I'm starting in house/Rec hockey.

[@portergsp4417]

Im 40, first game ever is in 3 hours lol, bever too late to start

[@MTLFORlLIFE420]

Man the center guy is good at not moving lol

[@beeeceee7093]

Really enjoyed your video new player and all information helps

[@shanenewport1988]

Hey, thank you for uploading this video. Yes it has helped me out.

[@Uppercornerhockey]

great video Chris! great stuff... I play right wing or center... I play D as well but not very well LOL

[@lastactionmedic5677]

Not to mention goalies are one of the most in shape players on the team. I play goal off and on, and every time I do I am reminded of how much muscle endurance and stamina you have to have, especially in your lumbar muscles.....jesus it hurts lol

[@jakeharry702]

Nice video man, I'm joining a team soon so big help

[@LittleMissEmoGurl]

ayy my new local rink!! thanks for the video man

[@levixx3686]

im 16 and i want to start, but my family might put me into pond hockey which i dont want. do you think i will be able to do do normal hockey?

[@Codownsonwii]

+matt mcnabola probably center or one of the wings depending on your side (lefty or righty) definitely not defense because they have to skate backwards every time the opposing team is rushing down ice into your zone. i would recommend practicing crossovers and skating backwards though

[@ventzisergueev4557]

Hi Chris, Great video. In the next one, any chance that you can explain some of the positions and tactics for beginners please? I mean things like how strictly you're expected to stick to your positions and how far up or down the rink you would normally get to in each position. Cheers

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

Ventzi Sergueev Great suggestion, I'll see what we can set up.

[@CrazedGwonam97]

Ventzi Sergueev quick tip: forwards goes back on defense when its in the def. zone, and when its in the off. zone have one defense stay a bit above the red line usually and one person more up sort of making a triangle in the zone.... a defense coming up to reclaim the puck after a poke check can score a nice quick goal...

[@CrazedGwonam97]

Clever Happy Derp wait i thought this was a roller hockey vid wtf.. forget waht i said...

[@bradstone4686]

Hi, I'm 17 from the uk and have been seriously thinking about taking up hockey. I'm about 5'8 and weigh about 11 stone (154 pounds) what position would you recommend trying out? Also does height matter when playing hockey? As I said I'm about 5'8 so not particularly on the tall side. Thanks a lot, and keep up the good work! You're doing an amazing job promoting this amazing game!

[@randy1189]

So you must he 20 now

[@thomasmcgeehan9034]

@@randy1189 damn Fr

[@randy1189]

@@thomasmcgeehan9034 So he must be 21 now.

[@bobjenkins7543]

I went on youtube for ice hockey advice this helped.

[@rayw6545]

Hey I'm looking to play hockey for my high school and I weigh about 115-118 and I'm 13, right handed and a average pace. What position should I play?

[@jellyfishattack]

Hi, I just joined up for the adult-prep total beginners' training season in a co-ed, non-contact league whose only requirement is that you can stop without hitting the boards. I can skate backwards well, stop, etc. - I'm not saying I'm excellent, or light-speed fast, but apparently I am more than qualified to start in the basically year-long training camp with eventual games, playoffs vs. other adult noobies this year. I'm also taking private hockey skating lessons starting next week to get better. I'd love to be a goalie, but as a 5'6'' 42 year old woman (w/out skates), 150lbs (at most) in a coed league, that isn't really practical, right? I shoot left. I think that leaves me best suited to be on defense or a winger, right? If I have to be a goalie, I'd have to switch to an all-woman's league, I think, but goalies need to know how to play first, and I figure I might even stay as a winger or on defense... there's less pressure on you than in net. Any thoughts?

[@DeadmansPoncho]

I always live your videos, appreciate the advice and tips!

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

SMC419RR Mcinroe I appreciate you watching. Thanks!

[@MubiiOxx]

are they inchangeable or can a team use the formation they want? (like 3 defensemen and 2 on the attack)

[@lilshrum4817]

So I am center... I liked being right wing but realised I was better at center, I really want to practice being defence I really like defending and playing with contact and I am good at it but my backwards skating isn't so good any tips?

[@moistbagels3420]

I am new to hockey and an offensive defenseman. one time I had a game where I had to play center but I had no Idea when to change or what my responsibilities were. Help plz!

[@sixshooter82]

good video

[@jakeprovident5346]

Great video

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

Thank you very much.

[@lutonthrunthru]

Hi mate just a quick question have you used and reviewed the bauer nxg skates and ccm rbz pro skates if you have which ones would you say are better?? Keep up the good work.

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

They are very different skates both intended for high level of play or skating. I would say try them on to see which fit and feel the most comfortable. They both have different fits, NXG are a lighter skates with more "hockey tech" RBZ are also a great boot. If you want more information, please post any questions on the forum page on my website.

[@kieranpaterson4363]

Peterborough? That's near where I live I thought I new that arena!

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

It is indeed.

[@Katisnotaneyeball]

SO! As a new hockey player, who will be starting at age 20 and playing beer league hockey, what should I play? I’m 5 ‘7, about 190 pounds, and have prior sports experience (did dance/colorguard in high school and currently play women’s rugby)

[@JamesBrown-dd6li]

What Ice skates do you recommend for ice hockey beginners? I think I might want to get the Bauer Nexus 100 what do you think @Hockey Tutorial

[@CrazedGwonam97]

James Brown i would do vapors...

[@g-townstrings5011]

What position would I play if I cannot skate backward and I can't do crossovers very well

[@rowanberry26]

Done and done! :D

[@sophie-ts3dn]

i’m here bc i just joined a new hockey team for the first time and i have a tournament in 2 days 😞

[@rowanberry26]

Are there going to be any videos of when you went to Sweden or Norway (can't remember where you went) playing pond hockey?

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

There will be indeed, its currently being edited. I hope to see it finished same time next week. Keep checking my channel and subscribe so you get a notification when its online.

[@hedley326]

Yeah they're good lads to help out with the vid. 👍

[@djeneboumontgomery6042]

Nice video

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

Thank you

[@ptoll6860]

anyone know what position i should play? I'm 14 120-125lbs 5'7

[@Makesnosense2]

Is it too late to start ice or roller hockey if I’m 21?

[@ryanweintraub9448]

Does height and weight matter? (Leave out goalies. Taller goalies I know would be ideal)

[@neilbergin3835]

what position do u think I should play. I am a fast good skater, accurate shot, good endurance, creative, pass well, and have good vision on the ice

[@philocalistz]

what’d u end up playing

[@Kirrel224]

Im 12 years old, and I seem to like hockey. I have never played it before and afraid that I will be taunted if I play bad. Should I start playing?

[@StMalice]

YES!! Pursue anything in life you want to learn and get better at, no matter the age. Don't worry about being made fun of. If you love it, go after it, let your passion infect others. Work hard, play hard, and never quit.

[@AverageAsianFilms]

"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take" - Wayne Gretzky

[@thegoatscalabrine2617]

Yes even NHL players get tuanted...Chirping is apart of most every sport there trying to get into youre head and throw you off.

[@Tanny338]

So I'm 16 never played hockey a day in my life because there are no rinks within a 1 hour drive. I love watching it and really want to play but am I to old to start?

[@maurer_media]

I just started at 28...I am horrible in that I have no idea WTF I am doing but it's ok I love it, time and practice man :D

[@deen1789]

I'm not sure if I should play centre or wing. I shoot right (I think) so which wing should I go if I don't go centre? The only reason I can't decide between centre and wing is because of the faceoffs...

[@qodexr]

X3Cuber I personally prefer being a right wing even tho I'm a leftie because I think it gives me more space to shoot to the net when I'm coming from the right side. So I would suggest you going left wing but it is of course personal preference.

[@Hawktotalwar]

Which forward position is best for players that aren't strong and short?

[@grindformine1514]

A wing but all players need to be strong and it's not by your hand Nino Niederreiter is lefty and he plays right

[@marinecorpsman100]

Curtis I Wing, but train and get stronger. No team usually runs weak players.

[@fakefaze5156]

For not being strong needs work all hockey players have to have strength wing

[@dbroomfield8644]

Where can I buy these jerseys? My family moved from Peterborough nearly 40 yrs ago to the U.S. would love to represent in the states.

[@fakefaze5156]

David Broomfield go here fanjoy.co/jakepaul

[@wolfeusmc2011]

Hey Chris I love your videos but if I may say something on the American side...in the NHL you'll find more Left handed shots...but in everyday life in rec leagues and NCAA there are very few Americans that shoot left handed that being said for the new guy or gal coming up to play being left in America can actually give you an advantage.

[@jakeporritt1801]

Great videos! Love the page, I'm currently trying to get into playing hockey after watching it for a few years. So if any teams around Leeds have room for a 25 y.o complete beginner, hit me up!

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

Thanks for the kind words, perhaps post a comment in our forum page, I know a few of the members are from Leeds and surrounding areas. hockey tutorial . c o m/ forum

[@zaphorror8660]

Anyone know what position I should play? I'm 14 I weigh around 105-110 pounds I'm 5'5

[@ryanfro2700]

ZapHorror forward

[@Tylersmith-xq2sx]

Anything that’s offensive

[@fakefaze5156]

Center or wing

[@fakefaze5156]

MisterPinhead yeah but I'm 5'6 and also a center but also younger than him

[@michaellewis7066]

I’ve enjoyed many of your videos about skating. But the information here appears to be taken point by point from the Hockey For Dummies website with no attribution. Your own point of view is unique and interesting. Just go with it.

[@KIVASTYL0]

best vid

[@NylochEU]

sick video!

[@KhyrisEidan]

How much in each section?

[@FIoridaMan]

I'm 11 turning 12 at July 20 and I'm pretty short like 4'6 the shortest in my grade and I wanna start to play hockey.What position would you guys suggest?

[@FIoridaMan]

Also I'm pretty far 105 pounds which is kinda fat for my height.

[@FIoridaMan]

Fat*

[@FIoridaMan]

And I'm slowest in my grade but can sprint pretty fast.sorry for all these replays 😂

[@RomanSwak]

I'd say be a winger.

[@FIoridaMan]

+Mang OB thx but left or right?

[@miguelitomarques8]

Are Grinders the jack-of-all-trades in Hockey?

[@hockeyvidstricks6202]

Im 5 4 and weigh 115 lbs, and am right handed what position should I play. I have a lot of experience just never had enough money to play. Please tell me what position to play. thanks.

[@hockeyvidstricks6202]

HockeyVids&Tricks And im 16 years old

[@marinecorpsman100]

HockeyVids&Tricks Okay so why he said goalie or D I have no idea. Goalie is definitely a no if money is hard to come buy, personally I would recommend wing because your build and experience. Yes, you could play center or D, but thats all down to personal choice. Do you want to help lead rushes or do you want to shut down attackers? Or you could do both, A two way wing or D. Coaches love those haha

[@harrypotter1016]

Wow you're small lol

[@drewscherle5266]

I'm interested in playing hockey, but I have no idea where to play I'm 14 around 5'10 and around 240 lbs

[@rylanseddon8514]

Drew Scherle defense, if you're that heavy you'd be a very good defensive backstop, you got to work on your back skating and cross overs asap

[@ryanfro2700]

Or you could be an enforcer up top and play wing and help win board fights to keep possession in the offensive zone

[@fakefaze5156]

Make sure you have good upper body strength to clear the puck out of the zone

[@adamrichardson9909]

im 19 and never played hockey, but i really want to give it a try, is it too late?

[@alexsaarijarvi4423]

Never too late mate, it maybe hard to find a team that needs a player that never played before. But give it a go and see how it feels.

[@AnthonyOrsan_revveduprider]

nope. never too late bro. im 18 never skated in my life. took me 5 days to get really good. practice alot and youll be ok

[@harrypotter1016]

+Anth Orsan lol 5 days? I have had skating lessons and regular ice time and im still bad

[@islastevens7818]

+Adam Richardson I'm 22 and thinking the same thing! :') Going to give it a shot though - getting back in my skates would be a good start I guess.

[@alonelyfemaleteenager4955]

Sorry it’s a bit late but what if I’m trying to get into the sport but my parents aren’t supportive.

[@l3tzzalltbag720]

LOL OF COURSE HE WOULD SAY PK SUBBAN

[@sup2133]

Do y’all think that I should join a team even if I’m not good at skating

[@anthonylozano5844]

Sry but no. Skating is a key part of hockey. If you try u can get it tho. Try public skating frequently. It’s great for skating.

[@ilovemanunited6179]

I would like to start playing hockey and I'm 14 years old,5"7 and 122 pounds what position should i play.And I'm not slow but not very fast.

[@classy021]

+ilovemanunited Make sure you can skate first. I'd say wing it's the easiest and least taxing on the lungs.

[@ilovemanunited6179]

+classy021 ok thanks

[@julianlarenas9623]

ilovemanunited I'm around your height and weight and I play center

[@harrypotter1016]

I would like to play center

[@joshuadavidsavor7664]

I play goalie 😀

[@fakefaze5156]

You have to be quick

[@harrypotter1016]

Im slow but 5'11 150-160 pounds and 15 years old what position should i play

[@FearableMC]

+Austin Mendelsohn at say a defensemen

[@HeyLook287]

+Austin Mendelsohn Damn dude, you're a big guy, definitely defense, maybe even goalie, most goalies tend to be taller guys.

[@harrypotter1016]

Ended up playing LW

[@saltine2873]

@@HeyLook287 goalies need to have amazing edge control and skating ability to even be decent.

[@fakefaze5156]

Goalies are very expensive but do u forward of goalie

[@stefneheli5134]

yaaaaaaaaaaaa

[@jeramybearamy8539]

Happy Birthday to EVERYONE!

[@ratcookie123]

Yeah go PK

[@alexandershaer1079]

Corey Singh ya on the Canadians...

[@TheLesExit]

I'm a beginner. Started 6 months ago-ish. Got to play on a D league and was right-winger first. But I soon became one of the fastest on the team so the coach made me center. and holy fuck the difference in how tired I was T___T. You really just go back and forth so much. Also face off give me anxiety. So I think I like being on the wing most XD

[@Joakim-Jacobsson]

i am d forward

[@ryanfro2700]

My first game will be varsity level if I make the team

[@llphotography1668]

hello i'm just going to squirts this really helped me

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

Lipgloss Lenscaps Glad we could help.

[@joshuadavidsavor7664]

+Hockey Tutorial yeah thanks

[@SeverSTL]

What is a foward?

[@aero6]

a centre, left wing or right wing. just any offense position

[@nothanksbro69]

Michael Sever Forwards are the offensive positions. Usually the most explosive ones. They create plays, assists, and score

[@BonnieWrightFanHp]

This is my first year playing hockey, I am 13, 5"0 and 115 pounds. Im not very fast yet, and I'm still working on skating backwards.... what position would y'all recommend? Also, does anyone know any good drills /stuff? I really need to work to get better…

[@brandonfaro5231]

GalaxySurfer Maddi left wing

[@ryanweintraub9448]

So I played hockey a few years ago when I was like 9-10. I quit (like a dumbass) because it was a hockey camp and the counselor were little shitheads. The people never really gave us defined roles except for the goalie. I'm 16 now and I have natural skating skills. I'm 5' 7" and 114 lbs. (yeah I know I'm light as shit) Would a forward role be better for me over a defenseman? I'm a very fast skater. I timed myself last time I went skating (wearing too big skates on accident) and I went completely around the rink in I think 12-14 seconds. Just as a measure to show my speed.

[@kevin2kfan323]

Im 17 I've just got into Hockey my goal is to be the best i can be and make the pro someday i play NHL video games alot i watch hockey games i look up to Wayne Gretzky Mario Leminux Steve Yzerman Brendan Shanhan Chris Cellos Jermey Roenick Brett Hull Gordie Howe Sidney Crosby PK Subban Patrick Roy Joe sakic Kevin Stevens and all old school and New school Hockey is my all Time favorite sport and.

[@frezeik]

how bout drew doughty

[@zachrollins4596]

Do you have to be flexible to be a goalie

[@jackfetkovich7226]

Zachary Rollins flexibility definitely comes into play, but you don't have to be super stretchy to play the position. What's important is your hand eye coordination. But how flexible you need to be depends on your goaltending style. A standup goalie won't have to be as flexible as a butterfly goalie, and a butterfly goalie as hybrid. You just have to ring your own style that is helped by your characteristics, such as size and flexibility

[@zachrollins4596]

+Jack Hess thx helped a lot!

[@scottxharris]

Website's offline :(

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

Slight issue, website is back now. Thanks for letting me know.

[@natothepublic7072]

1:22 manekkin challenge

[@Kristiansolis15]

One day I would like to be a ranger

[@helenvilleneuve5023]

I'm a goalie and all goalies now there defenseman can make really s**ty playing the puck on my team and let so many brake aways at least I'm really good at stopping brake aways

[@gummykinggaming693]

I'm 14 6'1 and 134 pounds and still not sure what position I should play

[@stitchthe6367]

Gummyking Gaming bro not to be rude but you are a bean pole

[@cringeattack]

mtb for Life17 2 years later but I’m dead

[@CharlieWendigo]

I’m Left Wing.

[@zork-tr9zf]

Mannequin challenge on ice skates

[@AjSebRyRom]

Old Sabres socks!

[@metalhead5000011]

I'm 18 and I'm 5'7 feel like I wouldnt be much help

[@metalhead5000011]

and I was thinking of being center too

[@aplasticbag1599]

I have a god goly

[@calebjackson4895]

A left-handed player should have a right stick

[@calebjackson4895]

I'm right-handed but have a left stick

[@rorymiller2229]

Caleb Jackson I'm right handed and I have a right stick

[@calebjackson4895]

Pete Carrol the touch and control comes of your right hand so if you have a left stick you have your right hand at the top

[@121DavidJohnson]

My nigga!!

[@laurenfulghamajdhaiajh5420]

HOCKEY

[@saltine2873]

Guys don't pick goalie trust me. At first it's awesome but after a while you realize it's veeeeery hard. You need an amazing skill to have the proper edge control and speed and reflexes. I would recommend starting off as a player before being a goalie

[@fakefaze5156]

RBviper and it's expensive

[@flijk6083]

I wonder how many times they had to film this video due to people moving around or something lol

[@22imon]

I’m 3’9.5”, 320 lbs. I like long walks on the beach, my dog just died, and Karen is threatening to take full custody of the children. What position should I play?

[@i-killed-u-b4925]

Cheese D

[@timothyburrows9622]

Don't forget you need to be a bit insane to be a goalie.

[@RadioFreeJoe]

This guys got such a hard on for PK Subban he's even got the same number haha

[@HockeyTutorialOfficial]

Yes I do have the same number as P.K, that's what happens when a someone inspires you. Big fan.

[@t_kups8309]

This goalie is making me cringe.

[@footballfunny6677]

Your goalies stance it so bad my under 9s are better

[@UlfhedinnNorsk]

Last thing I expected was a black guy 😂