Change On The Fly

change on the fly

Definition

1. This occurs when a team substitutes a player or multiple players during a live play, instead of during a face-off when play has been stopped.

Example

1. The goalie moves up to meet the puck then passes it to the center who quickly moves it up the ice while the opposing team changes on the fly, leaving the middle of the ice wide open.

Sport The Term Is Used

1. Ice Hockey