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Outdoor & Indoor USA Field Hockey Rules - USA Field Hockey | Rules of Hockey

Objective: Score by hitting the ball into the opponent's goal.

Stick: Players use a curved field hockey stick with a flat side to dribble, pass, and shoot.

Field: Played on a smaller field than soccer, with goals at each end.

Players: Teams consist of 11 players, including a goalkeeper.

Duration: Games are typically played in two 35-minute halves.

Positions: Teams are typically organized with forwards, midfielders, defenders, and a goalkeeper.

Scoring: Goals are scored when the ball is hit from within the shooting circle (an arc in front of the goal).

Penalties: Fouls within the shooting circle can result in a penalty stroke (a free one-on-one shot on goal) or a penalty corner.

Rules: Players can only use the flat side of their stick to play the ball, and there are rules about dangerous play and obstructing opponents.

 USA Field Hockey Equipment Overview

• Game Uniform - Reversible Jerseys, Skorts, & Socks
• Required Equipment:
  • Pinnies for practice
  • Stick – Guide on selecting a stick
  • Shin Guards
  • Mouthguard
  • Water Bottle
  • Turf Shoes or Sneakers
• Optional Equipment:
  • Field Hockey Glove
  • Rash Guardsn for Shin Guards
• FYFHA Provided Equipment:
  • Corner Masks
  • Goalie Equipment – Goalies can opt to bring their own.
  • Medical/Emergency Supplies

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