Hockey

Widely considered the top professional league in the world, consisting of 32 teams.

The most prestigious and competitive hockey leagues are found in North America and Europe: Description North America Hockey

: Played on an ice rink with skates and a vulcanized rubber disc called a puck . It is known for its speed, physical contact, and "power plays". Widely considered the top professional league in the

Success in hockey is measured by points (goals and assists), Stanley Cups, and individual awards. Ice hockey | History, Rules, Equipment, Players, & Facts Hockey

: Played on grass or artificial turf with a hard ball. It is a non-contact sport where players use only the flat side of their sticks.