Backyard hockey is a popular outdoor game where players use hockey sticks and a small rubber puck to score goals in a makeshift rink in their backyard or a nearby park. Some synonyms for backyard hockey include street hockey, ball hockey, and pond hockey. Street hockey is similar to backyard hockey but is played on a flat surface like a street or driveway, often with a ball instead of a puck. Ball hockey is played indoors or outdoors and uses a ball instead of a puck. Pond hockey is played on a frozen pond or lake and is often more structured, with a set number of players and rules. Regardless of the name or location, hockey is a fun and exciting sport that can be enjoyed by players of all ages and skill levels.