Great story, Steve! You the man!
But it seems for Those of Us That Want to Know you left out a few very important things. For example:
What caliber was the hockey stick, and how many grains was it before it hit the coyote, and how many grains later? Was there any sign of hockey stick failure? Did it perform as it was advertised? Would you feel comfortable recommending this very hockey stick to others? Perhaps an "improved" model might be better?
If bigger game presents itself someday, would you think perhaps someting a bit larger, say a boat baddle or an oar maybe? Do you think hollow point would be fine, or would you think it be best to use a Full Metal Life Jacket?
Please! More stories! More stories! You can't stop now!