This blog is for any high-schooler or college student who is interested in playing field hockey or who already plays. If you don't already play and you are thinking about trying out, you should 100% go for it. Take a chance, step out of your comfort zone. I bet you will not regret it.
I played field hockey in high school and am currently on the university's team as a freshman, and I know from my experience that its important to make sure you have all of the right equipment that works best for you so that you can perform to the best of your ability.
I always had a love for sports, but field hockey has always been my favorite. Whenever I play, I forget all of my worries in school and typical life stresses, and focus on playing the game. I won a couple awards in high school for field hockey including team captain and also being named first team defensively in my hometowns local newspaper. I love working with younger girls who come to our camp we hold in the summer because I enjoy spreading my love for the sport with other people.
It is important to know which stick works best for you and the position you play. A defender should not have the same type of stick as a forward. There are multiple websites that show you different sticks and their prices and gives you an idea of why they are for that certain position.
The shoes you wear will have a huge impact on your performance. If you are not comfortable in the shoes you are wearing, then it will be more difficult to run at the different speeds that you need to during competition. And of course, no one likes to get blisters on their feet.
Anyone who knows me knows that I like to look good while I play. It is important for me to wear clothing where everything matches and color coordinates. I must wear a headband in my hair because of my layers so that my hair isn't all up in my face, which would distract me during the game. I will give tips on the best types of headband brands and other accessories and the best prices, because who doesn't like a good deal?
Keep checking back to my blog to get updates on how to become a field hockey star!
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