Field hockey is an exciting sport played with a stick and ball on a grass or turf field. Here’s a beginner’s guide to get you started.
Basic Equipment
- Stick: Choose according to your height and comfort.
- Ball: Standardized for weight and size.
- Protective Gear: Shin guards, mouthguard, and gloves.
Game Rules
- Teams: Each team has 11 players.
- Objective: Score by hitting the ball into the opponent’s goal.
- Duration: Two halves of 35 minutes each.
Basic Skills
- Dribbling: Control the ball while moving.
- Passing: Move the ball to teammates.
- Shooting: Aim to score goals.
