siipikiekkoa

Siipikiekkoa, literally meaning "wing puck" in Finnish, is a term that appears in Finnish ice hockey circles to describe a kind of training puck or a training concept rather than a standardized piece of equipment. The phrase is common in coaching materials and informal discussions, where it is used to refer to drills or devices aimed at improving play on the wings.

Etymology and usage: The word combines siipi (wing) and kiekko (puck). There is no universal technical specification for siipikiekkoa; different clubs and instructors may use the term to describe a variety of items or drills. Some references may point to a simple training puck used in wing-related passing and receiving drills, while others describe heavier or specially shaped pucks designed to challenge accuracy, timing, or stickhandling.

Purpose and context: Siipikiekkoa is primarily associated with practice aimed at developing wing positioning, speed, and the coordination of passes to and from the wing players. It is not part of official game play and is not defined in international hockey rules. The concept reflects Finnish coaching practices that emphasize position-specific drills to enhance skill on the flanks.

See also: Ice hockey equipment, Puck, Wing (ice hockey position).