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2006
Field Hockey Guide
This Guide Includes
� Area camps, indoor leagues, summer leagues, tournaments, club teams, the best places to buy gear, important rules, the history of field hockey, and a glossary of terms
� Advice from local high school players and coaches
Created by: Adrienne Hunt
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All information was accurate at time of publication. Please check to ensure that you have the most recent information.
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Table of Contents About Field Hockey 4
Basic Equipment 4
Selecting a Field Hockey Stick 5
Basic Rules 6
Equipment Stores 10
Summer Leagues 12
Indoor Leagues 13
USA Registered Club Teams 14
Summer Camps 16
USA Futures Program 19
USA Field Hockey Festival 20
Disney Field Hockey Showcase 21
Field Hockey Referees 22
Advice from Varsity players 23
Advice from Varsity coaches 24
Teams to Watch 25
Glossary 26
About Field Hockey
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Basic Equipment
�One of the world�s most popular games, field hockey is also one of the world�s oldest competitive team sports. Evidence of games played with a ball and stick date back over 4,000 years to the Nile Valley Egypt, and similar games were played by civilizations ranging from the Greeks and Romans to the Ethiopians and Aztecs. The modern game of field hockey evolved in England during the 19th century and led to the creation of the sport�s international federation, Fédération Internationale de Hockey (FIH) in 1924. After Constance Applebee introduced the sport to the United States in 1901, the United States Field Hockey Association was formed in 1922. The Olympic Games included men�s field hockey on the official program for the first time in 1908, and women�s field hockey earned a spot on the program in 1980. Hockey�s most coveted international prize, the World Cup is held every four years with 12 men�s and 12 women�s teams competing for the title of World Champion. The first men�s World Cup was played in 1971 with the women�s event added in 1974.� All field hockey players need to have the basic equipment in order to practice or play in games. This includes: • Stick • Shinguards • Mouthguard • Cleats or tennis shoes • Ball
The information above is from the usfieldhockey.com website.
This information is from the usfieldhockey.com website.
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How to Select a Stick Balance and Weight Get a �feel� for the stick. It should be well balanced and feel comfort-able in your hands. Depending on your preference, the weight may be evenly distributed throughout the length of the stick or concentrated in the stick�s toe or head Field hockey sticks from in weight from light, medium, and heavy. Most players use sticks that fall into the medium range. Typically, forwards prefer a lighter stick for quick maneuvering in the circle while defenders often choose a heavier stick for powerful clearing hits. Length of Stick Field hockey sticks range in length from 26 & 28� inch youth sticks to 38-inch sticks for taller and more experienced players.
While the length of the stick is often de-termined by height, players often select the longest stick they can handle com-fortably. The chart on this page shows the general guideline for choosing the appropriate stick length. Toe Length The �toe� or �head� of the stick may also vary depending on your position or style of the play. SHORTI� features a one-piece head to allow quick maneuverability around the ball MIDI� features an increased hook sur-face and slightly longer length to allow a larger hitting and stopping area to facili-tate receiving, flicking, and reverse stick play HOOK� hooks up to provide the maxi-mum surface for receiving and a larger sweet spot for hitting
Up to
4' 4'-4'3 4'4-4'6 4'7-5' 5'1-5'3 5'4-5'6 5'7-5'8 5'9 +
26" 28" 32" 34" 35" 36" 37" 38"
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Rules of the Game The Game • Two Halves, 35 minutes each in collegiate play, 30 minutes in high school
play • 11 players per side, including the goalkeeper • The ball must be passed or dribbled down the field with the flat side of the
stick • A goal is scored when an attacker strikes the ball into the goal from within
the striking circle The Field • The field is 100 yards long and 60 yards wide divided by a center line and
25-yard line on each side of the field. A striking circle is marked 16 yards out from each goal post
The Stick • The stick has a curved head, is rounded on one side and is flat on the left-
handed side. The ball can only be touched with the flat side of the stick. The Goal • Goal cages are 7 feet high, 12 feet wide and 4 feet deep
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Rules of the Game Continued� Fouls A player may NOT • Shield or obstruct the ball from an opponent with the body or stick. All
players must have an equal chance to gain control of the ball as it is dribbled or passed down the field
• Play the ball with the rounded side of the stick • Interfere in the game without a stick • Charge, hit, shove or trip an opponent • Play the ball in a potentially dangerous way • Use the foot or leg to support the stick in order to resist an opponent • Raise the stick in a dangerous or intimidating manner while approaching, at-
tempting to play or stop the ball • Advance the ball by any means other than with the stick • Stop or deflect the ball in the air or on the ground with any part of the
body • Hit, hook, hold or interfere with an opponents stick Free Hit • A free hit is awarded to the non-offending side following an infraction and is
usually taken at the spot where the foul occurs • No player of the opposing team may be within 5 yards of the ball when hit • The ball must be stationary and the striker must push or hit it. The hitter
may not replay the ball until another player has touched it • If the infraction is committed by a defender within the shooting circle, the
attacking team is awarded a penalty corner
These are a sample of the rules found at usfieldhockey.com
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Rules of the Game Continued� Penalty Corner • In a penalty corner, the ball is placed on the goal line at least 10 yards from
the nearest goal post. One attacking player hits the ball to a teammate just outside the striking circle line. A goal cannot be scored until the ball has traveled outside the circle. A shot on goal may be attempted once the ball is played back into the circle. All attackers must be outside the circle before the hit is taken. On defense, a maximum of 5 defenders may be behind the goal line while the remaining defenders must be positioned beyond the cen-ter line
• A penalty corner is awarded if any breach of the rule by a defender within
the circle would have resulted in a free hit to the attacking team if the breach had occurred outside the circle or an intentional hit over the goal line by the defender from any part of the field
Penalty Stroke • A penalty stroke is a one-on-one confrontation between an offensive player
seven yards in front of the goal vs. a goalkeeper on the goal line. All other players must stand behind the 25 yard line. The goalkeeper must stand with booth feet on the goal line and may not move either foot until the ball has been played. The offensive player may push, flick or scoop the ball from the penalty spot. A penalty stroke is awarded for any intentional breach by the defenders in the circle or for an unintentional breach by the defenders which prevents a sure goal
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More Rules of the Game� 16-Yard Hits • When the attacking team plays the ball over the backline, the defense re-
ceives a 16-yard hit. The free hit is taken 16 yards from the spot where the ball crossed the backline
The Push-In/Hit-In • A push-in or hit-in is awarded to the opposition if a player hits the ball
wholly over the sideline. All other players and their sticks must be at least 5 yards away from the spot where the ball is put into play
Offenses & Misconduct For rough or dangerous play, misconduct or any intentional offense, the official may • Caution the offending player • Warn the offending player with a green card • Temporarily suspend the offending player for a minimum of 5 minutes with
a yellow card • Permanently suspend the offending player with a red card
Sports Authority Retail and online store that carries all types of sports gear and clothing. Has basics like sticks, mouth guards, shin guards, balls, cleats, and bags. Larger selection of items available online. Located next to Target.
Location: 4520 Mitchellville Road, Bowie Phone: 301-352-5690 Website: www.thesportsauthority.com
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Modell�s Sporting Goods Retail store that carries basics like sticks, mouth guards, shin guards, cleats, and balls. Also carries equipment for many other sports and outdoor activities. Conveniently located right next to the Annapolis Mall.
Behind the Back Sports A retail store that specializes in field hockey and lacrosse gear. They stock sticks, balls, and other basic gear. Very popular among coaches and high school players. They also do team wear orders.
Lax World Retail and online store that focuses on lacrosse gear but has small selection of field hockey sticks and balls. Has wide selection of athletic shorts, tanks, and Under Armour. They also carry turf shoes.
Location: 549 B&A Boulevard, Severna Park Phone: 410-315-8717 Website: www.btbsport.com
Location: 160 Jennifer Road, Annapolis Phone: 410-266-3195 Website: www.modells.com
Location: 2431 Solomons Island Road, Annapolis Phone: 410-573-1750 Website: www.laxworld.com
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Yolo Sportswear Very popular company that sells wide variety of field hockey apparel, bags, sticks, shin guards, and team gear. Can order online or request a catalog.
Longstreth Very popular retail, catalog, and online store that carries a very wide selection of sticks, mouth guards, shin guards, goalie equipment, bags, and novelties. Also specializes in gear for other women�s sports like lacrosse and softball.
Moyer Sports Retail and online store that sells field hockey apparel including sweats, rugby shirts, flip flops, and shorts. Also carries field hockey and lacrosse sticks, gloves, bags, and team gear.
Location: P.O Box 475, 28 Wells Road, Park Ford, PA Phone: 1-800-545-1329 Website: www.longstreth.com
Location: 2480 Route 97, Glenwood Phone: 1-800-913-6070 Website: www.moyersports.com
Location: 287 S. Man Street, Suite 12, Lambertville, NJ Phone: 888-USA-YOLO Website: www.yolosportswear.com
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Cost: $55/player Phone: 410-222-7865 Website: www.aacounty.org/recparks/sports/womens_field_hockey.cfm
AA County Rec & Parks Summer League Extremely popular women�s summer league that runs from mid-June to late-July. Games are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6, 7, or 8pm at either General�s Highway Park or Broadneck High School. Registration occurs during the spring and players must be at least 15 years old to participate in this league. Lots of high schools field teams as well as area coaches and college students.
Reduced Player Hockey League Reduced Player Hockey League is a summer league for players in grades 7-12. The league runs from mid-June to late-July with games at either 6 or 7pm. Play is divided into U15 and Open divisions and is not for beginners. U15 division players must have played in 7th grade while Open division players must be at least 16 of have played on a Varsity team the previous season. The league is located at Roland Park Country School in Baltimore on Tuesday and Thursdays.
Field Hockey Junior League Junior League is a summer league aimed at both beginners and experienced players ages 7 to 17 and provides instruction as well as competition. The league runs from mid-June to mid-July on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 to 11:30am. Located at Severna Park Middle School on Jumpers Hole Road near Benfield Road. Cost: $80/players
Phone: 410-647-2138
Cost: $112/player Phone: 410-323-5500, ex 3106 Website: http:www.rpcs.org/student_life/Reduced%20Player%20Hockey%20League.pdf
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Bay Stix Indoor Hockey League A 6 v. 6 (including goalkeepers) league. Play is two 20 minute periods on Sundays December through March. Times vary between 3:30 and 6:00pm. There are separate middle school and high school leagues. Games are held at St. Anne�s Day School in Annapolis. Scores and standings are kept and a championship tournament ends the season.
SPark Indoor Field Hockey League Winter league for middle and high school players that runs from January to March. Games are held on Monday nights beginning at 6:30pm and each team plays three, 18-minute games a night. Located at MD Sportsplex in Severna Park at Benfield Road and I-97.
Anne Arundel Field Hockey Association HS Indoor League League for high school teams that runs on Sunday mornings from March to June. Experience is necessary and games are located at the Crofton Roller Rink on Route 3 in Crofton.
Cost: $800/team Email: [email protected]
Cost: $40/player + $15 for jersey Phone: 410-967-7959 or 301-385-9463
Cost: $75/player Phone: 410-897-0448 Email: [email protected]
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SPark Field Hockey State: Maryland Location: Severna Park Level: U12, U14, U16, U19, Elite Contact: Milt Horn Email: [email protected] Updated: December 2005
Capitol Pegasus State: DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia Location: DC, MD, Northern VA Level: U19 HS Girls Contact: Lloyd Conyers Phone: 301-332-1435 Website: www.capitolpegasus.com Updated: October 2005
Baltimore Field Hockey Association State: Maryland Location: Baltimore Level: Youth/HS Indoor, Summer Contact: Carey Webb Email: [email protected] Phone: 410-692-0811 Website: www.bfha.org Updated: October 2004
Ocelots State: Maryland Location: Ashton Level: 6-18 (girls & boys) Contact: John Kovach Phone: 301-774-7568 Website: eteamz.active.com/ocelots Updated: October 2004
Bay Stix Field Hockey State: Maryland Location: Annapolis Level: U14, U16, U19 Contact: Ann Andrews Email: [email protected] Phone: 410-897-0448 Updated: July 2005
Baltimore Field Hockey Association State: Maryland Location: Baltimore Level: Women/Co-ed Contact: Stacie Gado Phone: 410-663-8358 Website: www.bfha.org Updated: October 2004
Hymax Hockey State: Maryland Location: Baltimore Level: U16, U19 women Contact: Michelle Webber Email: [email protected] Updated: May 2005
Jackals State: Maryland Location: Bethesda Level: U19 Contact: Jenna Ries Phone: 301-370-3963 Website: championsoftomorrow.com Updated: August 2005
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Cecil County Field Hockey Association State: Maryland Location: Elkton Level: Youth/HS/Indoor/Summer Contact: George Lutz Phone: 410-287-2255 Website: www.ccfha.org Updated: October 2004
Harford Hockey Organization (H2O) State: Maryland Location: Harford County Level: U14, U16 Indoor Contact: Natalie Magdeburger Email: [email protected] Phone: 410-893-4915 Updated: November 2004
Mavericks Field Hockey State: DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia Location: DC, MD, Northern VA Level: Men, women Email: [email protected] Website: sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/MavericksFHC Updated: March 2006
Washington Field Hockey Association State: DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia Location: DC Level: Adults, men, women, outdoor, indoor, youth indoor Contact: Marti Carroll Phone: 703-642-9342 Website: washingtonfieldhockeyassociation.org Updated: October 2004
Strikers State: Maryland Location: Elkton Level: Youth/HS/Women Contact: Peter Heuberger Phone: 410-392-5421 Website: geocities.com/cecil_strikers Updated: October 2004
Spitfire State: Maryland Location: Montgomery County Level: Elem, Middle, and HS girls Contact: Mark Lieb Phone: 301-879-8211 Website: myfhaspitfire.homestead.com Updated: October 2004
Washington Shredders State: DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia Location: DC, MD, Northern VA Level: Women Contact: Mary Peters at 202-778-1840 Updated: October 2004
dcDragons Hockey State: DC, Maryland, Virginia Location: Mid-Atlantic Region Level: Men, Women, Boys, Girls Contact: Tee Goh Email: [email protected] Updated: May 2006
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South River Field Hockey Camp Summer camp run by the 2004 and 2005 State Championship coaches Katie Corcoran, Megan Atkinson, and Laura Hoffner and their team. Camp is for ages 8 and up and is located at South River High School in Edgewater.
Spalding Field Hockey Camp Camp is located at Archbishop Spalding High School. Day Camp is for ages 8-14 and is staffed by Coach Leslee Brady as well as college and high school players while Elite Camp is for grades 9-12 and is staffed by UMD, Washington College, Catholic University, and UMBC coaches.
Bruins Field Hockey Camp The Broadneck High School Bruins Day Camp is led by Coach Melissa Quigley. The camp runs from 8am-12pm and is located at Broadneck High School in Annapolis.
SPark Field Hockey Camp SPark Summer Camp is located at Severna Park High School. Upper Camp is for freshmen through high school seniors and has international and collegiate coaches. Lower Camp is for players entering 3-8th grade and is coached by the Severna Park High School Team.
Session: July 24-28, 2006 Cost: $125/player Phone: 410-721-2528
Session: July 17-20 (Day); July 31-Aug 3 (Elite) Cost: $145/player (Day); $155/player(Elite) Phone: 410-721-3390 Website: http://archbishopspalding.org/published/students/dat/camp_field_hockey.pdf
Session: July 24-28, 2006 Cost: $125/player Phone: 410-757-1300 Website: http://www.broadneck.org/CAMP%20BROCHURE%2006.pdf
Session: August 2-5, 2006 Cost: $195/player Phone: 410-647-3589 Email: [email protected]
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AACS� Girls� Field Hockey Fundamentals Camp located at Annapolis Area Christian School�s Bestgate Campus. The camp, for girls ages 5-14 focuses on the fundamentals of hockey.
Revolution Field Hockey Camp This camp is located at the Bates Sports Complex in Annapolis and is directed by UMD assistant coach Marybeth Freeman. Great camp for younger players.
Nike Field Hockey Camp� McDonough School This US Field Hockey Partner Camp is for ages 10-18 and is directed by McDaniel head coach Muffie Bliss.
Washington College Field Hockey Camp This camp, for players in grades 6-12 is directed by head coach Rachel Boyle and is located at the Eastern Shore campus.
Al-American Sports Summer Field Hockey Clinic The camp, for ages 6-13 is emphasizes the basics of field hockey. Located at Four Seasons Elementary School in Gambrills.
Advanced Play� Missy Meharg School of Hockey These very popular team and individual camps are run by UMD head coach Missy Meharg. Located at UMD: College Park or McDaniel College.
Nike Field Hockey Camp� Wesley College The camp, located at Wesley College in Dover, DE is directed by head coach Tracey Short. Great for middle school athletes.
Old Dominion Field Hockey Camp Camp is located at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA and is for players in grades 10-12.
Session: June 24-27, 2006 Cost: $490/player Phone: 757-683-4358 Website: http://odusports.cstv.com/camps/oldd-camp-schedule.html
Session: July 20-23, 2006 Cost: $425/overnight or $200/day camp Contact:: 410-778-7236 or [email protected] Website: http://washingtoncollegesports.com/camps.html
Session: June 25-29, 2006 Cost: $450/overnight camp or $360/ day camp Phone: 1-800-NIKECAMPS Website: www.ussportscamps.com
Session: June 18-21, 2006 Cost: $455/overnight camp or $355/day camp Phone: 1-800-N IKECAMPS Website: www.ussportscamps.com
Session: Multiple 4-day sessions Cost: $410/player Phone: Marybeth Freeman at 301-314-9429 Website: http://umterps.cstv.com/sports/w-fieldh/spec-rel/011503aaa.html
Session: June 26-29, 2006 Cost: $295/player Phone: 800-944-7112 Website: http://www.fhcamps.com/Effects/Anims/annap2006.html
Session: 2 week sessions, June 19-Aug 11, 2006 Cost: $25 registration fee and $125/player Phone: 410-967-7959 Website: www.allamericansportsonline.com
Session: August 7-11, 2006 Cost: $155/player Phone: 410-266-8251 x136 Email: [email protected]
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Penn State Field Hockey Camp Penn State�s Field Hockey Camp is designed for players entering grades 8-12 and is located at Penn State University in University Park, PA. The camp offers both individual and team camps during June and July.
Field Hockey World Camp USA This camp, held at various colleges up and down the East Coast is meant for players ranging from grades 8 to college. Camp is operated by the Dutch National team coach, Thomas Tichelman and 1st assistant coach at UMD, Tjerk van Herwaarden. World Camp USA is designed and staffed entirely in Holland and is dedicated to providing players with the best level of field hockey training.
Session: Multiple 4-day sessions Cost: $485/overnight or $295/commuter Phone: 800-793-5575 Website: www.worldcampusa.com
Session: Multiple sessions June-July Cost: $415/overnight or $365/commuter Phone: 814-865-0561 Website: http://www.outreach.psu.edu/programs/psusportcamps/FieldHockey/
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USA FIELD HOCKEY FUTURES About �The Futures Program is the Olympic Developmental Program of the United States Field Hockey Association. The purpose of the Futures Program is to identify talented �future� Olympic level athletes and to raise the level of hockey throughout the United States.� Athletes selected to the program at-tend monthly training sessions (either one full day or two half days) from January through May at sites within each Futures Region. Maryland, Dela-ware, and the District of Columbia
make up Region 7. The program is bro-ken into three age groups: U14, U16, and U19 and partici-pation the following year is based on their current per-formance in the program.
How to Enter Futures Athletes interested in entering the US Futures Program can gain admittance by (1) attending a scheduled National Standardized Regional Trial, (2) attend-ing a Sanctioned Camp and meeting the standardized camp recommenda-tion procedures, or (3) attending the USA Field Hockey Super Camp (a summer camp) and being recom-mended to the program. Region 7�s tryouts are usually held in mid-June in Lewes, Delaware. More information about the Futures program, philoso-phy, and tryouts can be obtained through your high school or club coach or online at www.usfieldhockey.com.
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USA FIELD HOCKEY FESTIVAL Festival is a national field hockey tournament held over Thanksgiving weekend each year. The 2006 festival is being held November 23-26 in Indio, California. Teams from all over the United States play in the U16 and U19 brackets. Many college coaches attend to scout for players. Teams are selected to participate through a lottery that is held in late-winter, early-spring. Contact your high school or club coach for more information or visit the tournaments website at www.usfieldhockey.com/festival
USA FIELD HOCKEY FESTIVAL
The following area club teams have recently sent teams to Festival: SPark� See information under Club Teams Capitol Pegasus� See information under Club Teams Team Maryland� Contact your high school coach if you are interested in trying out. Info at www.MFHCA.org
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DISNEY�S FIELD HOCKEY SHOWCASE This USA Field Hockey event is located at the Disney Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Florida. There are U14, U16, and U19 divisions that teams from all over the country compete in. The 2007 Showcase is being held February 9-11, 2007. Each team in the showcase is guaranteed at least 5 games. Registration for the showcase closes a month prior to the start date. Contact area coaches to see if they are registering a team and ask if/how you can join.
Disney�s Field Hockey Showcase
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Field Hockey Referees Why Be A Referee? Field hockey games could not happen with-out officials. Many girls recognize this and that is why they decide to become referees themselves. Many high school players referee for Anne Arundel County Field Hockey Rec Leagues during the Fall season. Those interested in becoming a field hockey referee must be at least 15 years old. Training is held in late August and consists of three-3 hour sessions in the evenings. Referees get paid for each game and the amount depends on which level they referee (pee wee, midget, or junior). Refereeing not only is a good way to promote field hockey in the county but also it helps those who are field hockey players learn more about the rules of the game. Who To Contact Matrix Sports Management is in charge of supplying field hockey referees for the Anne Arundel County Recreation Leagues. For more information contact Don Anthony at 410-349-4838 or Sherry Kirk at 410-507-9168 or visit Matrix Sports Managements website at www.MatrixSportsRef.com
�I wish I had more info about camps or schools that would
help me improve my stick skills�
�I wish I would have started playing before 6th grade, and that my stick skills had been
better�
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�I wish I had known of more local club teams/ organizations to join because the
level of play is extremely different from rec league to the high school level. I also wish I would have known how competitive high school field hockey can be and that you have to work to get playing time, unlike
when you were little�
�Be in really good shape when you show up to tryouts and try to go to as many
camps and clinics as you can. Also not to be so nervous and just play your best, if you don�t make varsity, its not a big deal
you�ll probably learn a lot more and become a better player on JV because
you�ll get more experience�
�My advice to new players would be to get as involved as possible. Getting as much practice in as possible through camps, indoor, and club teams is
crucial to becoming a better player. In addition, not only will you improve skill wise, but you will make tons of new friends and put yourself out there for colleges, if interested in taking field hockey to the
next level. And don�t forget to have fun!�
Advice from Varsity High
School Players
�I look for players who [are] coachable, [have a] positive
attitude, [are] assertive, [have] good stick skills, [are a] good
communicator, [and are] in good shape�
Advice from Varsity High
School Coaches
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�I look for dedication,
commitment, love of sport in a player�
�Be a confident player and know that when you step off the field after either practice or a game, there was nothing
more you could give�
�Be open to change, give it everything you have�
�Experienced players� turn new players on to
your sport!�
Collegiate Teams *2005 Division I Nat�l Champions UMD Terrapins *2005 Division III Nat�l Champions Salisbury Seagulls *Towson University Tigers *UMBC Retrievers *Washington College Shorewomen
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Teams To Watch
August 17-20, 2006 at University of Maryland, College Park *Prelude to the 2006 FIH World Cup *Argentina, Australia, Netherlands, & USA will compete
High School Teams *2005 4A State Champions South River Seahawks *2005 3A State Champions Severna Park Falcons *Annapolis Panthers *Archbishop Spalding Cavaliers *Arundel Wildcats *Broadneck Bruins *Chesapeake Cougars *St. Mary�s Saints
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Glossary of Terms Bully: a neutral re-start to play following a stop in the action, much like a face-off in ice hockey. The ball is placed on the ground be-tween two players, one from each team. The players alternate taps to the ground with taps to the flat side of their opponent�s stick, three times, before going for the ball. Centre Pass: a pass from the center of the field used to start the game or restart the action following halftime or a score. Dangerous Play: any action that could result in danger or injury to the player or another player. Dangerous play could include a raised ball, an illegal tackle or playing the ball while lying on the ground. Flick: a pushed ball that is raised off the ground. Hit: moving the ball following a swinging movement of the stick. Misconduct: offenses such as rough or dangerous play, intentional offenses, time wasting or any bad behavior. In addition to any pen-alty, officials may issue warnings (green card) or suspension (yellow or red card) for misconduct.
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Glossary of Terms Continued� Obstruction: an infraction for shielding the ball from an opponent with a player�s body or stick. All players must have an equal chance to gain control of the ball as it is dribbled or passed down the field. Penalty Corner: a free hit awarded to an offensive player from a point on the goal line least 10 yards from the nearest goal post. One attacking player hits the ball to a teammate just outside the striking circle line. No shot on goal may be taken until the ball is stopped or comes to rest on the ground outside the circle. All at-tackers must be outside the circle before the hit is taken. A maxi-mum of five defenders may be behind the goal line while the re-maining defenders must be positioned beyond the center line. Push: moving the ball along the ground by a pushing movement of the stick. Both the head of the stick and the ball are in contact with the ground. Scoop: the lifting of the ball off the ground by placing the head of the stick under the ball and shoveling the ball forward Striking Circle: a semicircle measured out 16 yards from each goal line. All goals must be struck from within this circle.
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Thank you to the Head Coaches from South River High School and St. Mary�s High School. Thank you to the Varsity players from South River High School, Arundel High School, and Severna Park High School. Special thanks to Gwen Moore, Steve Conyer, and Katie Corcoran, who without their help, none of this would have been possible.
