WHAT IS
HOCKEY?
HOCKEY 01.
Hockey is a team sport in which players
use sticks to hit a ball or puck into the
opposing team's goal to score points. It
is played in various forms, including ICE
HOCKEY, FIELD HOCKEY, ROLLER
HOCKEY, and STREET HOCKEY, each
with its own rules, equipment, and
playing surfaces.
03.
FIELD HOCKEY
FIELD HOCKEY, ALSO KNOWN AS
LAND HOCKEY, IS A FAST-PACED
SPORT PLAYED ON GRASS, TURF, OR
SYNTHETIC FIELDS.
FIELD HOCKEY
• Played On: Grass or artificial turf.
• Equipment: Flat-faced sticks, a hard and
protective gear. .
•Teams: Eleven players (including a goalie).
• Objective: Score by hitting the ball into the
opponent's goal.
• Notable Competitions: Olympics, FIH World
Cup, and Pro League .
• Popular In: India, Pakistan, Australia, the
Netherlands, and Germany
HISTORY
Field hockey is a popular game possibly depicted on walls in Egypt.
Drawings of what looks to be hockey have been found in an
Egyptian tomb that was 4000 years old. Hockey is a popular game
in India and Pakistan. It was played for hundreds of years before
other countries like England modernised it.
Basic hockey
01.
rules
1. Players can only hit the ball with the flat side of their stick.
2. Hockey players (other than the goalkeeper) are not allowed to use their feet,
or any other parts of the body, to control the ball at any time.
3. You can only score a goal from inside the ‘striking circle’ in front of the
opponent's goal. If the hockey ball is hit from outside the circle and goes
into the goal, it doesn’t count.
4. Hockey is a non-contact sport. This means that players are not allowed to
push, trip, or physically touch an opponent. If this happens, the opposing
team may be given a free hit or a ‘penalty corner’.
EQUIPMENTS
Stick: The stick may be the most critical piece. You'll
have to find one that fits your height, position, level
of play and comfort. There are specific methods and
recommendations for choosing the right stick for
your needs.
Electrical tape: You can
modify your stick to have a
little more protection from
damage by wrapping the
striking end with electrical
tape. As a bonus, it also helps
beginners with ball control.
Grip: With regular wear and use, your stick is
going to lose its grip. Luckily, it's not difficult
to replace, but you will need to purchase
new handle grips every now and then.
Shoes: From grass fields to turf, you're going to
need
the right kind of shoes. Field hockey cleats are
typically the go-to for outdoor grass fields, as
they provide the best amount of control. You
can also purchase turf shoes designed
specifically for artificial fields. Court shoes are
great for indoor games, where you'll need an
additional amount of grip.
Mouthguard: In field hockey, even though there is
minimal physical contact, there is still a likelihood for
accidental collisions and a run-in with a fast-moving field
hockey ball. A mouthguard will help prevent injury in the
event of contact or an unexpected pop- up.
• Shin guards: Because there are heavy sticks and
balls
involved in play, field hockey shin guards provide
ankle-to-knee coverage. You can't expect the same
protection from other varieties of shin guards, so
be sure to purchase ones made specifically for the
sport.
Socks and rash guards: Every player wears socks to
keep the shin protection together and prevent blistering. Rash
guards are optional, but help reduce the possibility of
irritation from the shin guards.
• Stick bag: Having a stick
bag is optional, but you
should have some kind of
bag to bring your gear to
games and practices.
Practice ball: Naturally,
you'll need a ball to practice
skills with on your time.
Every determined athlete
has a personal ball.
HOW TO PLAY FIELD
HOCKEY?
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