This game was a very rough sport, just as the game of shinny is today. Long ago, both men and women played, but never together. The curved end should be broader than the handle.
Some bands use sticks that have no curve.
A hockey stick may be used The ball was once made from two circles of hide, stuffed with hair and stitched together all the way around. The game can be played on any football or soccer field. Traditionally, the game was played on ice. Players divide into two teams. The ball is tossed or kicked into centre field to start the game.