Ode to Broom Hockey

We were invited to participate in a rowdy game of Broom Hockey. What is Broom Hockey, you ask? We didn’t know what it was either. When Jason first learned of it his reaction was, “There’s no way you can run around on ice with tennis shoes, there must be more to it.” Oh no, you do run around on ice with tennis shoes, while carrying a stick and trying to hit a ball. Doesn’t sound like fun? Well, you’re completely wrong and don’t know what you’re talking about!

We had a blast! I don’t think I’ve ever laughed so hard. I had Kate so I mainly watched her, but was quite entertained looking at everyone trying to get the hang of it and running into each other. The short time I did play, I’m proud to say I only fell once and that was when two people collided with me and we all fell on each other. It really didn’t hurt! The only thing that did hurt was my hands. They were freezing, even with the gloves I borrowed.

Jason played the entire time and was pretty good especially for a first timer. I love how the picture above shows people with helmets but no pads. You don’t wear helmets, though I did see an occasional fall on the back while their head kept going and hit the ice. You did wear knee pads for all the impressive knee sliding, trying to steal the ball away and score maneuvers. Jason wouldn’t have minded elbow pads for the time he slammed his elbow into the ice.

Back at the party was a pretty little dish filled with advil for everyone to take☺ (on a side note, the party was even more fun than broomball and their house was amazingly decorated. Some people are natural at throwing parties and they definitely were!) Jason was a little sore that night, a little sorer the next day, but 2 days later he could barely move, and will still complain about hurting. Even with the soreness he now claims it’s his favorite sport and can’t wait to play again! (maybe next year…)