The movie Slap Shot documented a minor league hockey team that is down on its luck. The Charlestown Chiefs are a losing Federal League hockey team whose games are sparsely attended. To bring fans back, the team often participated in publicity stunts that were intended to fill seats. As a means of renewing local interest, the team resorted to gritty, tough hockey. This type of violence was intended to appeal to the city's working class: Charlestown was a declining industrial city, and the fate of the hockey franchise depended on the fate of the city's industry. Eventually, their coach plays with the Hansons and quickly discovers that their aggressive fighting style excited the fans (e.g. the Broad Street Bullies). Thus, he began to reshape the team in the image of the Hansons, which saw attendance numbers increase rapidly. Taking advantage of this growing interest, he planted a false story that a Florida retirement community was interested in purchasing the team to boost player confidence and sell the team. Playing in their last game, the Syracuse Bulldogs forfeit, thus giving the Federal League championship to the Chiefs. The team celebrates by parading across the ice with the championship trophy. Slap Shot embodies the anarchic values ​​of the harsh 1970s and the rampant counterculture of a generation whose values ​​and norms of behavior differed substantially from those of mainstream society. As a historical document, this film provides valuable insight into a rebellious era. Most young people of this period – and everyone else, in fact – had a lot to complain about about the struggle of the decade. Using hockey as a tool of rebellion, he illustrated, both from a socio-political point of view, but and in... middle of paper... life today: ruined players, mismanagement that threatens to transfer a struggling franchise, life on the road, dozens of crazed fans (e.g. the "Puck Bunnies") and challenges away from the rink. Slap Shot effectively documented the struggle that all minor league hockey players had during a difficult time in hockey history. Additionally, Slap Shot strengthened my perception that sports are a positive experience. Slap Shot is relatable as it documents the love of gaming that we all possess. Even though the Chiefs weren't a great team, many players continued to play simply for the love of the game. While I'm sure everyone aspired to be successful, playing the game they love with their friends was the most rewarding experience ever. Ultimately, Slap Shot documented the underdog who overcame adversity by changing strategies and personnel.