Center Ice Circle: The faceoff circle, 30 feet in diameter, surrounding the center ice spot, where faceoffs are held to start a period and to restart the game after a goal.

 

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Center Ice Circle: The faceoff circle, 30 feet in diameter, surrounding the center ice spot, where faceoffs are held to start a period and to restart the game after a goal.

Center Faceoff Spot: The faceoff spot inside the center ice circle, marking the exact center of the rink.

Center Ice Spot: The faceoff spot inside the center ice circle, marking the exact center of the rink.

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