Crossword 14: Hockey Traditions and Rituals

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Across
  1. 3. Ceremony to honor championships or retirements.
  2. 5. Deciding point in tie games.
  3. 7. Backyard and public traditions in cold climates.
  4. 8. Players avoid stepping on the team logo.
  5. 9. Jets fans wear all white to games.
  6. 11. Sung before every game.
  7. 12. Grown by players during the postseason.
  8. 13. Presented to a standout player after a win.
  9. 15. Outdoor game played in the NHL.
  10. 17. Hanging in rafters to honor players.
  11. 19. Coordinated movement of cheering fans.
  12. 22. Post-game tradition of sportsmanship.
  13. 23. Canadian tradition of Saturday night broadcasts.
  14. 26. Pre-game or pre-period ritual for motivation.
  15. 28. Detroit Red Wings’ quirky playoff tradition.
  16. 30. Recap of the best plays from the game.
  17. 33. Premium seats near the action.
  18. 35. Where players serve time for infractions.
  19. 37. Custom designs reflecting personality.
  20. 39. Skating solo during pre-game warmups.
  21. 41. Loud sound after a home team scores.
  22. 42. Zambonis resurface between periods.
  23. 43. Played after a team’s win.
  24. 45. Players tap sticks on ice to show respect.
  25. 46. Mid-season event featuring top players.
  26. 47. Frustrated fans throw jerseys on the ice.
  27. 48. Players greet teammates post-goal or during line changes.
  28. 49. Highlights the crowd during breaks.
  29. 50. Ceremony starting the game.
Down
  1. 1. Citywide celebration of championships.
  2. 2. Former players gather for charity events.
  3. 4. Space for camaraderie and preparation.
  4. 6. Hats are thrown on the ice to celebrate this.
  5. 10. Worn on the jersey of the team leader.
  6. 14. A celebrated achievement.
  7. 16. Fans’ synchronized cheers.
  8. 18. Fans participate in cleaning ice during breaks.
  9. 20. Honoring players by retiring their number.
  10. 21. Designated leadership roles on the ice.
  11. 24. Recognizing the best players in a game.
  12. 25. Boost for the home team due to fan support.
  13. 27. A crowd-pleasing tradition during games.
  14. 29. Skaters loosen up before puck drop.
  15. 31. Popular hockey-related charitable trend.
  16. 32. Defensive unit during an opponent’s power play.
  17. 34. Awarded to the NHL champion.
  18. 36. Taken annually or after major victories.
  19. 38. Pre-game announcements with music and lights.
  20. 40. Instant excitement in sudden death.
  21. 44. Florida Panthers’ unique fan tradition.