Each goal is 12 feet wide and seven feet high. Players may shoot for goal only from the shooting circle, which is placed 16 yards from the goal, and the goalkeeper may use any part of the body to stop a shot. Twelve men's teams and 10 women's will participate in pool play with the top three teams advancing to the medal round. Each player is armed with hardwood sticks that resemble hockey sticks, though smaller. The stick is flat on one side and rounded on the other, and only the flat side may be used to hit the ball, which weighs about 5 ounces and is slightly larger than a baseball.
Players wear shin guards.
The goalkeeper wears a face mask and heavy padding. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Information are applicable to this site.