Ice hockey uses a vulcanized rubber puck instead of a ball, which is easier to control on the ice. The puck evolved from a ball, and is typically black, weighs six ounces, and can be propelled at 100 mph. Safety equipment is necessary, and variations of the puck exist for street and roller hockey. Unlike […]
Puck is a mischievous nature sprite in English folklore, also known as the Hob or Will-o-the-wisp, who inspired Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Puck is associated with practical jokes and has variously been described as a tree spirit, nature spirit, or poltergeist. Puck is frequently referenced in pop culture and fantasy novels. Puck is a […]