About Sixes
- :30 second shot clock
- Games played in four 8-minute quarters
- Goalies initiate play after goals are scored; draws/face-offs occur only at the start of each quarter
- 70 x 36 meter field
- Emphasizes tempo, with fewer stoppages in play
- Everyone plays both sides of the field (defense/offense); substitutions made on the fly
- Rosters comprised of 12 players, leading to more playing time and more touches on the ball
- On the women’s side, defensive players are not penalized for entering the shooting lane of an offensive player; offensive players are penalized for taking a shot without regard for other players
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Sixes Brand and Communications
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Sixes Resources
Technical materials designed to support coaches, players, and officials as they take the field

Sixes Courses
Introductory courses for players, coaches, and officials who are planning to the Sixes discipline