Creating the Ultimate Backyard Ball Hockey Court

Yes, you can turn a backyard court into a ball hockey court. Hockey crease lines can be added to a HEXPRO court kit, giving hockey players, goalies, and families a properly marked space to play without needing to build a separate rink.

For a lot of Canadian households, hockey is just as much a part of the backyard as basketball or pickleball, but it's rarely the first thing people think of when planning a court. Here's how hockey crease lines work, and why they might be the add-on you didn't know you needed.

What Are Hockey Crease Lines?

The crease is the marked area in front of each goal where the goalie plays. In ball hockey, it keeps the game organized and fair by clearly showing where the goalie's space begins and ends. Under Ontario Ball Hockey Federation rules, the goal crease is drawn as a semi-circle with a 6 ft radius, measured from the centre of the goal line.

On a backyard court, crease lines turn a plain playing surface into something that feels like a real ball hockey game, which makes a big difference for kids learning the sport and for goalies who want a proper reference point in the net.

Can You Play Ball Hockey on a HEXPRO Court?

HEXPRO modular sport tile is built as a multi-sport surface, which makes it a natural fit for adding hockey to the mix.

Why HEXPRO Works for Ball Hockey

• Interlocking tile creates a level, consistent playing area

• Traction system supports quick starts, stops, and changes of direction

• Shock-absorbing structure is easier on joints than bare concrete or asphalt

• Open-grid drainage means less downtime after rain

• Game lines arrive as part of your court kit, so there's nothing to paint or touch up afterward

Because the same court can hold more than one set of lines, a single surface can support ball hockey, basketball, pickleball, and more.

How Hockey Crease Lines Work With Your Court Kit

Every new HEXPRO court kit includes one standard set of game lines for its sport. Hockey crease lines are an additional set of lines that you can add to your kit, which makes your court a true multi-sport court.

What to Know About Adding Hockey Crease Lines

• They're added when you order a new court kit

• No additional labour or materials are required for installation

• A digital proof is provided for your approval before production

• They can be combined with basketball, pickleball, or other game lines on the same surface

You can browse all of the available options, including hockey crease lines, on our game lines and logos page. If you’re looking for a court and want to explore your options, our team can walk you through what's possible.

Who Are Hockey Crease Lines a Good Fit For?

Great Fit For

• Hockey families who want a place to practice in the off-season

• Goalies who want a proper crease to train in at home

• Households that want one court for both ball hockey and basketball or pickleball

• Schools, community groups, and facilities with kids who love the game

Planning Your Layout

Ball hockey needs room to move, so the size of your court matters. Browse the available HEXPRO court kits to find a size that suits your space and the sports you want to play. For larger properties, full rink hockey lines are also available for a more complete setup.

Since balls and sticks move fast, many homeowners pair their court with ball containment fencing to keep play on the court and out of the flower beds, the street, or the neighbours' yard. Your team can also confirm your layout and colours before production so everything lines up the way you want it.

Built for Year Round Play

HEXPRO tiles are UV-stabilized and built for outdoor use in every season. The open-grid design drains quickly, and the tiles stand up to freeze-thaw cycles, so your court is ready to play on the moment the snow clears and holds up through every Canadian summer, fall, and spring.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add hockey crease lines to my HEXPRO court? Yes. Hockey crease lines are available as an additional set of game lines when you order a new court kit. If you already have a court, contact our team to talk through your options.

How big is a ball hockey crease? Under Ontario Ball Hockey Federation rules, the goal crease is a semi-circle with a 6 ft radius, drawn from the centre of the goal line.

Can I combine hockey lines with basketball or pickleball lines? Yes. Each court kit comes with one set of game lines, and additional sets can be added so the same court supports more than one sport.

Will I see what my court looks like before it's made? Yes. A digital proof is provided for your approval before production.

Is a full hockey rink layout available? Yes. Full rink hockey lines are also available for larger spaces.

Ready to Add Ball Hockey to Your Court?

Whether you're building a new backyard court or planning a multi-sport space for the whole family, DIY Court Canada can help you choose the right kit and game lines for the way you play.

Contact our team today to add hockey crease lines to your court.