roller hockey
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of roller hockey
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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My husband is beloved in the niche world of roller hockey, and that community has been very supportive already.
From Slate • Feb. 19, 2026
Stewart Silver, an entrepreneur who started Avon Rent-A-Car and owned an Anaheim professional roller hockey team, purchased the 1.2-acre parcel near the southern tip of Los Angeles for $1.6 million in 2023.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 1, 2025
Barcelona says it will also run camps for children across a range of sports, including basketball, handball and roller hockey.
From BBC • Jul. 31, 2025
The final between Vegas and Florida showcased the benefits of ball and roller hockey in many U.S. markets, with or without professional teams, where ice is hard to come by.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 19, 2023
Oshie grew up in Everett, Wash., playing a long list of sports: roller hockey, ice hockey, basketball, football, baseball, soccer, golf.
From Washington Post • Mar. 10, 2021
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