What happens if you use the rounded side of a hockey stick?

Answer 1

Firstly, Field Hockey uses a ball not a puck. Secondly, no, use of the back of the stick is against the rules; however use of the edge in some situations is perfectly legal and even acknowledged as good play.

Answer 2

In Ice Hockey, if you throw it at some one to poke the puck away or trip them, I believe that it's a penalty or a penalty shot.

In field hockey, you will probably be given a yellow card, along with the appropriate penalty.

Answer 3

If it influences play in any way, then this is considered a foul, and a free hit is given to the other team.

Answer 4

It's quite common for a player to use the back of his stick to control the puck. If he uses it for something else, such as to strike another player, that would be a penalty.