What Is Ultimate Hockey?

Ultimate Hockey transforms traditional ice hockey into a faster, more dynamic, and more accessible sport. With three skaters and one goalie per team and a small-ice surface, the game delivers continuous action and more space for creativity.

Key Features of the Game

• Small Ice Surface: 17×34m to 25×45m
• Fast Game Format: 2×12 minutes + 3-minute intermission
• Immediate Play Resumption: No faceoff after goals—instant transition
• Penalty Innovations: All penalties result in a penalty shot with full-team chase
• Limited Contact: Safer for players; open-ice hits are prohibited
• Entertainment-Focused: Music during play, fan engagement, and show-style production

  Ultimate Hockey brings hockey’s excitement into a compact, energetic, fan-first experience.
 

Why 3x3?

The format makes hockey easier to access worldwide:

• Lower facility and infrastructure costs
• Ideal for urban environments
• Great for youth development
• Perfect for countries with smaller player pools
• High entertainment value for broadcasters and spectators

3x3 ice hockey complements the traditional 5-on-5 game, adding new possibilities for growth and global reach.