How To Play Pond Hockey in NHL 19

Looking to get your Pond Hockey fix in NHL 19? Here’s a quick guide on how to get started.

Introduction

Whether you’re a seasoned NHL vet or just starting out in EA SPORTS™ NHL 19, playing pond hockey is a great way to get acclimated to the game’s controls and physics engine. In this mode, there are no rules – just pick up the puck and start firing away! To get started, select the ‘Play’ tab from the main menu and choose ‘Pond Hockey’.

Next, you’ll be prompted to choose between ‘Single Player’ and ‘Co-Op’. If you want to play by yourself, choose ‘Single Player’. If you want to team up with a friend (or two), choose ‘Co-Op’ and begin inviting players to join your game. Once you have your squad ready, it’s time to hit the pond!

You can set up Pond Hockey games to be played in pretty much any way you want – from 1-on-1 to 5-on-5, with or without goalies, on large or small ponds, etc. The options are endless! To get started, simply select the number of players on each team using the ‘Team Size’ slider. Then, use the ‘Pond Size’ slider to determine how big or small you want the playing surface to be. Finally, decide whether or not you want goalies in your game using the ‘Goalies’ toggle switch. Once you have all of your settings configured, press ‘Start Game” and get ready to drop the puck!

The Rules of Pond Hockey

According to the official NHL 19 website, “Pond Hockey is a game mode that simulates the pick-up hockey games we all played as kids. There are no rules, no penalties, and no refs; just you, your friends, and a whole lot of frozen water.” So, essentially, you can do whatever you want and there are no consequences. You can play with as many or as few people as you want, and you can play to whatever score you agree upon.

Offsides

In hockey, the defending team is not allowed to have more than three players on their side of the red line at any time. If they do, it’s called offsides. The red line is what divides the rink in half. If the puck crosses the red line and there are more than three defenders on that side of the red line, play is stopped and a face-off occurs at one of the face-off dots in that zone. The face-off always takes place in the zone where the puck was when play was stopped. If a team is called for offsides while they are on a power play, they don’t get another chance on their power play.

Icing

In pond hockey, if the puck is shot across the red line and area behind the net and goes out of play, it is considered icing. The face-off will be in the defensive zone of the team who iced the puck.

Penalties

Pond hockey is a game played outdoors on a natural frozen surface, such as a pond, lake or river, with sticks and a puck. It is considered the predecessor to ice hockey, and its rules are similar to those of its modern-day counterpart. The game is often played without referees or other officials, and players are responsible for their own safety and the fairness of the game.

Penalties in pond hockey are similar to those in ice hockey. A player may be sent to the penalty box for a variety of infractions, such as high-sticking, tripping, slashing, roughing, elbowing, boardchecking, charging, holding, hooking, interference or unsportsmanlike conduct. A player who accumulates three penalties in a game may be disqualified from the game.

The Equipment You Need

You need a few things to play pond hockey: a stick, a puck, skates, and a net. You can buy all of this equipment at a sporting goods store or online. You will also need a friend or two to play with you.

Skates

NHL 19 Skates – If you’re going to be playing a lot of NHL 19, you might as well get some proper skates. While you can use any pair of hockey skates, it’s worth getting a pair that are comfortable and fit well. This will go a long way in ensuring you have a good time while playing the game. You can find a wide variety of hockey skates at your local sporting goods store or online.

Stick – Another must-have for playing NHL 19 is a stick. Again, you can use any hockey stick, but it’s worth getting one that is comfortable and fits well. This will help you to play your best and have more fun while playing the game. You can find a wide variety of hockey sticks at your local sporting goods store or online.

Puck – Of course, you can’t play NHL 19 without a puck! You can find pucks at your local sporting goods store or online.

Goalie Equipment – If you’re planning on playing goalie in NHL 19, you’ll need some additional equipment. This includes a goalie mask, goalie gloves, goalie pads, and a goalie blocker. You can find all of this equipment at your local sporting goods store or online

Sticks

Every good hockey player knows that a high-quality stick is essential to playing the game the right way. When choosing a stick, it’s important to think about your playing style and what kind of stick will help you perform your best. For example, if you’re a power player who likes to take big shots, you’ll want a heavier and stiffer stick. If you’re more of a finesse player who relies on quick movements and puck handling, you’ll want a lighter and more flexible stick.

There are also different types of sticks for different positions. Forwards generally prefer lighter sticks because they need to be able to handle the puck quickly and make sharp turns. Defensemen usually prefer heavier sticks because they need to be able to block shots and make hard hits. Goalies use special sticks that are much shorter than those used by skaters, and they usually have extra padding to help them deflect the puck.

No matter what position you play or what style of play you prefer, it’s important to find a stick that feels comfortable in your hands and helps you perform at your best. With so many different options on the market, it can be tough to know where to start. But don’t worry—we’re here to help!

Pucks

Pucks are small, flat pieces of rubber that serve as the main object in the game of hockey. A typical puck is about three inches in diameter and one inch thick, but the size and thickness can vary slightly depending on the league. Pucks are often frozen before games to keep them hard and fast.

Pond hockey pucks are typically smaller and lighter than regulation pucks, which makes them easier to control on the smaller pond surface. Some people prefer to use dark pucks so they are easier to see on the ice, while others prefer lighter colored pucks so they are easier to find if they go into the snow.

Playing the Game

In order to play Pond Hockey, you must first select it from the game modes menu. From there, you will be brought to a screen where you can select the rules for the game. After that, you will be able to select your teams and player cards.

Face-offs

To start each period and after each goal, the two teams line up for a face-off at one of the nine face-off spots on the ice. The referee drops the puck between the sticks of the two centers who then attempt to win control of the puck for their respective team. All other players must be outside of the face-off circle until the puck is dropped. After a goal is scored, all players must return to their own defensive zone before the face-off can take place. If a team commits a penalty, they are not allowed to replace the penalized player on the ice until after the ensuing face-off.

Shooting

One-timers
Receiving a pass and then quickly shooting the puck is one of the most efficient ways to score in NHL 19. One-timers are especially useful on the power play, where players have more time and space to make a play.

To do a one-timer in NHL 19, simply hold down the “shoot” button (RT/R2) while receiving a pass. Your player will automatically take a one-timer shot when he receives the puck. One-timers are also useful for quickly getting off a shot in tight spaces.

Slap shots
Slap shots are harder to control than wrist shots, but they’re also much more powerful. The key to a successful slap shot is to get as much of your stick on the ice as possible—the more surface area that makes contact with the puck, the more power you’ll generate.

To do a slap shot in NHL 19, hold down the “shoot” button (RT/R2) and then press up on the right analog stick. As you wind up for the shot, make sure to keep your stick low to the ice. You can also add some extra zip to your slap shot by pressing and holding down the “pass” button (LT/L2) before you shoot.

Passing

In order to successfully pass the puck in NHL 19, you’ll need to time your button press correctly. The longer you hold down the button, the harder your pass will be. You can also “saucer pass” by flicking the joystick up while passing, which will make the puck pass high over stick and body checks. Used correctly, this can be an extremely effective passing move.

Conclusion

Now that you know all the ins and outs of playing pond hockey in NHL 19, get out there and enjoy this unique game mode! Challenge yourself to beat friends and strangers alike, and show everyone who the ultimate pond hockey champion is.