RINK HOCKEY

Rink hockey is a dynamic team sport played on quad or inline skates, featuring two teams with four out players and a goalie each. The game emphasizes skating skill and precise ball handling, with rules similar to soccer. Players can block the ball with a stationary skate outside the penalty area but may not kick the ball, which can only be played with the stick.

A sport with a rich history, rink hockey was an Olympic demonstration event during the 1992 Summer Games in Barcelona, Spain—widely recognized as the world capital of rink hockey. With roots tracing back to the first World Championship in 1902, the sport has grown to include over 60 participating countries, uniting players and fans worldwide in its thrilling gameplay and rich tradition.

JIM JOST

DIRECTOR OF RINK HOCKEY

Jim Jost began his skating journey at the age of nine in Chicago, Illinois, quickly making roller skating a central part of his life. He competed from age 13 well into his forties, excelling in artistic skating, roller hockey, and quad speed skating—earning regional championships in all three disciplines.

In his forties, Jim transitioned into coaching and officiating, leading several teams to national championships. Later in his career, he owned Mukwonago’s Skate Connection roller rink for 18 years, fostering a strong local skating community. He also founded Roller Sports Equipment (RSE), a company dedicated to designing and distributing rink hockey gear. RSE’s innovative equipment has been used by national rink hockey teams from Brazil, Mexico, and the USA, furthering Jim’s impact on the sport worldwide.

RINK HOCKEY

JIM JOST

DIRECTOR OF RINK HOCKEY

RINK HOCKEY EVENTS

RINK HOCKEY DOCUMENTS

RINK HOCKEY

JIM JOST

DIRECTOR OF RINK HOCKEY

RINK HOCKEY EVENTS

RINK HOCKEY DOCUMENTS

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