bender

A phrase for one who is incompetent or inexperienced at hockey. The word is believed to originate from American high school hockey, and has spread into mainstream culture to describe anyone who is unskilled at an activity. The Canadian phrase hoser also has a similar meaning in youth sports.
Atonym: dangle

Wayne Gretzky makes Sydney Crosby look like a bender.

by hankg December 13, 2007