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Considering the standard regulations for floorball, what would be the total playing time, excluding any stoppages, for a match between two adult teams?
Considering the standard regulations for floorball, what would be the total playing time, excluding any stoppages, for a match between two adult teams?
- 75 minutes
- 45 minutes
- 60 minutes (correct)
- 90 minutes
Which of the following actions would likely result in a two-minute penalty during a floorball game?
Which of the following actions would likely result in a two-minute penalty during a floorball game?
- Executing a controlled shoulder-to-shoulder check on an opponent.
- Using a stick to intentionally block an opponent's movement. (correct)
- Scoring a goal directly from a goalkeeper's throw.
- Passing the ball to a teammate using only the feet.
A floorball team is composed of six players on the field. Which of the following describes the correct composition of these players?
A floorball team is composed of six players on the field. Which of the following describes the correct composition of these players?
- Six players, all of whom can handle the ball with a stick.
- Five players with sticks and one goalkeeper. (correct)
- Four defenders, one midfielder, and one forward.
- Two defenders, two forwards, and two midfielders.
What is the primary reason for the numerous dimples and holes on a floorball ball?
What is the primary reason for the numerous dimples and holes on a floorball ball?
In a floorball game, under what circumstances is a goalkeeper permitted to handle the ball?
In a floorball game, under what circumstances is a goalkeeper permitted to handle the ball?
If a junior floorball team is playing a match, how long does each period last?
If a junior floorball team is playing a match, how long does each period last?
Besides the standard shirt, shorts and socks, what additional protective equipment is commonly used by floorball players?
Besides the standard shirt, shorts and socks, what additional protective equipment is commonly used by floorball players?
What is the official role of the International Floorball Federation (IFF)?
What is the official role of the International Floorball Federation (IFF)?
From what material are floorball sticks most commonly manufactured?
From what material are floorball sticks most commonly manufactured?
What distinguishes the equipment used by a floorball goalkeeper from that of other players?
What distinguishes the equipment used by a floorball goalkeeper from that of other players?
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Floorball Team Composition
Floorball Team Composition
Each team has 5 players and 1 goalkeeper on the court.
Floorball Gameplay Basics
Floorball Gameplay Basics
Floorball is played indoors with sticks and a hollow plastic ball with holes.
Floorball Match Structure
Floorball Match Structure
A standard floorball match consists of three periods.
Floorball Origin
Floorball Origin
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Floorball Governing Body
Floorball Governing Body
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Floorball Period Length
Floorball Period Length
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Common Floorball Penalties
Common Floorball Penalties
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Floorball Equipment
Floorball Equipment
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Goalkeeper's Role
Goalkeeper's Role
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Floorball Ball Specs
Floorball Ball Specs
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Study Notes
- A floorball team consists of 5 players and a goalie.
- Floorball involves sticks and a hollow plastic ball with holes, played indoors.
Game Structure
- Games are divided into three periods.
- Each period is 20 minutes, but 15 minutes for juniors.
- Two referees oversee each game.
History
- Floorball originated in Sweden.
- The first floorball club was founded in 1979.
- The International Floorball Federation (IFF) governs the sport.
- Floorball debuted in the Olympics in 2017 in Poland.
- Sweden won first place at the Olympics.
Rules
- Shoulder-to-shoulder contact is permitted.
- Two-minute penalties are common, similar to hockey.
- Penalties include blocking, lifting or high sticking.
Equipment
- Required gear: socks, shirt, shorts, and a stick.
- Optional gear: shin guards or eye protectors.
- Eye protectors are sometimes mandatory for junior players.
- Sticks are made from carbon or composite materials.
- Goalies wear protective equipment such as helmets.
- Goalies don't use sticks.
- Goalies can throw the ball, assist, but not score.
Ball Specifications
- A floorball ball weighs 23 grams.
- It features 26 holes and many small dimples for aerodynamics.
- The ball can reach speeds of approximately 200 km/h.
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