description Underwater hockey Overview
Underwater hockey, also known as Octopush, is a globally played aquatic sport where two teams compete to maneuver a puck across the bottom of a swimming pool. Players use short hand-held sticks called pushers to move the heavy lead or brass puck into the opposing team's goal. The sport was invented by Alan Blake in Southsea, England, in 1954 to keep divers active during the winter. Gameplay involves freediving and breath-holding, requiring players to surface regularly for air.
help Underwater hockey FAQ
What is underwater hockey also called?
Underwater hockey is also known as Octopush. It is played at the bottom of a swimming pool rather than on an ice rink or a grass field.
How do players score in underwater hockey?
Players use short sticks called pushers to move a heavy puck along the pool floor and into the opposing team's goal. The puck is commonly made from lead or brass so it stays underwater.
What equipment does an underwater hockey player use?
Players use a short pusher, a mask, a snorkel, fins, and protective gloves. The sport requires players to hold their breath while contesting the puck underwater.
How many teams play in an underwater hockey match?
Two teams compete, with each team trying to maneuver the puck across the pool bottom into the other team's goal. The players repeatedly surface for air before returning to the play.
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