Category: PAHF

Parent category for Pan American Hockey

USA: Important Signs That Self-Care Has Gone Too Far

usa important signs that self care has gone too far 67201ec835437 - USA: Important Signs That Self-Care Has Gone Too Far - Self-care is important for everyone, from coaches to athletes to caregivers. However, self-care can go too far, especially when an athlete is using it to strive for optimized performance.

Self-care is important for everyone, from coaches to athletes to caregivers. However, self-care can go too far, especially when an athlete is using it to strive for optimized performance. Here, TrueSport Expert and licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Melissa Streno, is sharing the ‘red flag’ behaviors that can be indicators that the self-care you or your […]

USA: Building a Legacy: The Shaker Field Hockey Program

usa building a legacy the shaker field hockey program 67cb81d304191 - USA: Building a Legacy: The Shaker Field Hockey Program - Nestled in the vibrant community of Shaker Heights, Ohio, a spirited initiative is taking root to grow the game of field hockey among the area’s youth. Spearheaded by Ashley Boorstein - a Shaker Heights High School graduate, Northwestern University standout, and a former member of the USA Field Hockey Olympic pipeline as a captain of the U.S. U-21 Women's National Team. She currently serves as the Shaker Heights High School Head Coach. Alongside 5/6 Head Coach Mike Yacovone, the Shaker 5/6 Field Hockey Team has emerged as a pivotal force in fostering a love for the sport among 5th and 6th graders. His passion and energy is a driving force behind the momentum of the program. With two successful fall seasons under its belt and with more than 30 players joining each season, the program is making strides not only in skill development but also in cultivating a sense of teamwork, discipline, and community pride.

Nestled in the vibrant community of Shaker Heights, Ohio, a spirited initiative is taking root to grow the game of field hockey among the area’s youth. Spearheaded by Ashley Boorstein – a Shaker Heights High School graduate, Northwestern University standout, and a former member of the USA Field Hockey Olympic pipeline as a captain of […]

USA: When Mediation is Useful for Athletes—and How to Use It as a Tool

usa when mediation is useful for athletes and how to use it as a tool 67f4604b3ef12 - USA: When Mediation is Useful for Athletes—and How to Use It as a Tool - Mediation—the act of working with a neutral third party to solve a problem and come to a solution—can be an extremely useful tool for any athletic team. Rather than simply arguing amongst yourselves or bringing the coach in to solve every inter-team issue, being able to use mediation to settle disputes between team members can lead to a much healthier team overall. That "neutral facilitator" could be another teammate, a mutual friend, or a trusted adult, but it’s important to get the dynamic right.

Mediation—the act of working with a neutral third party to solve a problem and come to a solution—can be an extremely useful tool for any athletic team. Rather than simply arguing amongst yourselves or bringing the coach in to solve every inter-team issue, being able to use mediation to settle disputes between team members can […]

USA: USMNT Revamps Junior High Performance Pathway

usa usmnt revamps junior high performance pathway 681555d199e75 - USA: USMNT Revamps Junior High Performance Pathway - To better align with international standards, USA Field Hockey is pleased to share a revamp in the Boys' and Men's High Performance Pathway (BMHPP). This new design was created to develop and retain athletes capable of representing the USA and succeeding at the elite level of international field hockey.

To better align with international standards, USA Field Hockey is pleased to share a revamp in the Boys’ and Men’s High Performance Pathway (BMHPP). This new design was created to develop and retain athletes capable of representing the USA and succeeding at the elite level of international field hockey. The newly structured BMHPP will cater […]

USA: USA Field Hockey & Leap Hockey Collaborate on FUNdamental Field Hockey Video Series

usa usa field hockey leap hockey collaborate on fundamental field hockey video series 683e34495a614 - USA: USA Field Hockey & Leap Hockey Collaborate on FUNdamental Field Hockey Video Series - “Leap Hockey has done a wonderful job of bringing to life the proven concepts of teaching the game documented in the USA Field Hockey FUNdamental Field Hockey curriculum," said Ginger Wheeler, USA Field Hockey’s Commercial Partnership and Marketing Manager. "Bringing these videos to PE teachers, entry-level field hockey coaches, and to new players, helps to bring more people into the game. Individuals who teach/coach at multi-sport organizations such as YMCAs, camps, Boys and Girls Clubs, scouts, park districts, schools, etc., want to bring in new learning for their students and this gives them a chance to make field hockey a fun and easy to teach curriculum for them.” 

“Leap Hockey has done a wonderful job of bringing to life the proven concepts of teaching the game documented in the USA Field Hockey FUNdamental Field Hockey curriculum,” said Ginger Wheeler, USA Field Hockey’s Commercial Partnership and Marketing Manager. “Bringing these videos to PE teachers, entry-level field hockey coaches, and to new players, helps to […]

USA: Olympian Hammel Retires from U.S. Women’s National Team

usa olympian hammel retires from u s womens national team 685b35458a644 - USA: Olympian Hammel Retires from U.S. Women’s National Team - COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – After six years, Olympian and prominent U.S. Women’s National Team defender, Ally Hammel (Duxbury, Mass.), has officially announced her retirement. The 28-year-old competed in 80 international matches for Team USA.

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – After six years, Olympian and prominent U.S. Women’s National Team defender, Ally Hammel (Duxbury, Mass.), has officially announced her retirement. The 28-year-old competed in 80 international matches for Team USA. The Duxbury, Mass. native started playing field hockey in the 7th grade when her mother, who played collegiately at the University […]

USA: Athens Wins Gold to Kick Off 2025 Junior Nexus Championship

usa athens wins gold to kick off 2025 junior nexus championship 687441c45a0d8 - USA: Athens Wins Gold to Kick Off 2025 Junior Nexus Championship - VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – The 2025 Junior Nexus Championship (NXC), presented by Osaka Hockey, got started with the U-14 age division last Thursday in Virginia Beach. The Junior Nexus Championship is a culmination of hard work, bringing together hundreds of athletes selected from regions across the country. The first three days showcased the U-14 division, with team Athens taking home gold.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – The 2025 Junior Nexus Championship (NXC), presented by Osaka Hockey, got started with the U-14 age division last Thursday in Virginia Beach. The Junior Nexus Championship is a culmination of hard work, bringing together hundreds of athletes selected from regions across the country. The first three days showcased the U-14 division, with team […]

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