New Era in Field Hockey Begins with Comprehensive Training Guide
A Game-Changer for Field Hockey: Introducing the New Guide
In an exciting collaboration, USA Field Hockey and Leap Hockey have unveiled the new FUNdamental Field Hockey Guide, a comprehensive resource designed to introduce the world’s third most popular sport to beginners. Tailored for educators and community leaders, this guide promises to break down barriers and make field hockey more accessible than ever before.
What’s Inside the Guide?
The guide isn’t just a book—it’s a lifeline for those looking to introduce field hockey to schools, camps, and community centers. It contains a 12-session curriculum filled with interactive drills, expert tips, and engaging videos. These resources ensure that even those with little to no experience can confidently teach the sport with ease and enjoyment.
The Power of Free Accessibility
A standout feature of this initiative is its digital availability for free download. This means more communities can access high-quality training materials, encouraging a widespread adoption of field hockey. The guide is peppered with clickable links, making navigation straightforward and user-friendly. As stated in USA Field Hockey, USA Field Hockey has positioned this resource as a cornerstone in their mission to grow the sport across the nation.
Leap Hockey’s Invaluable Contribution
Leap Hockey played a critical role by creating instructional videos that accompany the guide. These videos simplify core skills, ensuring learners grasp the foundational techniques in a fun and engaging way. Adam Falla, Leap Hockey Co-Founder, emphasized the importance of creating a confidence-building experience, remarking, “Technical skills can be daunting, but our videos help bridge that gap.”
Expanding the Field Hockey Community
Liz Tchou, USA Field Hockey’s Senior Manager of Coach Education, expressed her hopes for the guide to ignite a passion for the sport, much like her own introduction to field hockey in school. The guide’s potential to inspire lifelong engagement is at the heart of this endeavor, supporting USA Field Hockey’s vision of “sport for all, sport for life.”
A Nationwide Invitation
USA Field Hockey is calling for educators and leaders to embrace this guide and bring field hockey to every corner of America. As Sally Goggin, National Development Director, noted, this initiative is part of a broader strategy to democratize sports access, making field hockey a staple in educational and recreational programs alike.
Download the FUNdamental Field Hockey Guide and be part of a national movement to cultivate a love for this vibrant sport. Register as a Playmaker, and contribute to the ever-expanding field hockey community.
