December 2023

Strategic Planning 2023-2028 - Community Engagement Sessions

Thank you to all that attended our FHBC Strategic Planning Townhall Meetings that were held in November.

For those that were unable to attend, a recording of the meeting was made, which can be viewed using this Zoom link: Click here

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As well, the DRAFT Strategic Plan document is available for download from our website: https://fieldhockeybc.com/fhbc-strategic-plan-2023-2028/

Any feedback or comments can be directed to the Field Hockey BC President Denise McGeachy denisemcgeachy@fieldhockeybc.com

Technical Development Program - Mainland

Attention Mainland U14-U18 Athletes. Registration is open for the FHBC Technical Development Program in at Tamanawis Park in Surrey, BC

The FHBC Technical Development Program is a prescriptive technical skills program designed to complement the technical training programs of Community Clubs and Leagues and deliver a learning experience that is focused on a specific technical skill or skills. The FHBC Technical Development Program offers an optional opportunity for athletes of all ability levels to sign up to a program with a specific prescriptive technical skill set as a focus.

Goal-Scoring Module: 

Sessions will include an overview of goalscoring skills and the appropriate situational use in drill format before introducing game-like situations to encourage players to perform these skills under pressure. This program is open to players in all field player positions – forward, midfield and defense. 

Goalkeeping Module: 

Participants will receive direct goal-keeping-specific coaching to build their technical and tactical skills in live game scenarios.

Note: The FHBC Athlete Development Program and Technical Development Program are not associated with the FHBC Provincial Program Evaluation and Talent Identification Pathway.

Registration details can be found on our Technical Development Program page

Deadline to register is January 14, 2024

2024 Provincial Program Coach & Evaluator Recruitment

Field Hockey BC Coaching Conference

Indoor 2024

Both the Junior Men's and Women's teams have returned from their respective Junior World Cups with a 16th place finish. They were in tough against some of the top nations in the world, gaining valuable experince with every match.

Coming up for both teams is the 2024 Junior Pan American Cup, to be hosted by Field Hockey Canada July 1-14 in Surrey, BC.

Photo Credit: Field Hockey Canada

World Masters Hockey - Pan Am Continental Cup

O50 Team

KidSport

KidSport provides financial assistance for children 18 and younger from families facing financial obstacles to participate in organized sport #SoALLKidsCanPlay. Visit kidsport.ca and find your local Chapter for details on eligibility and how to help this project.

In 2021, the KidSport BC program distributed $1.3 million in funding to help 4,164 children participate in 45 different sports in 132 communities across the province, including field hockey participants. Help support KidSport and, if you are in need of assistance, reach out to your local Chapter!

Field Hockey BC Society & Field Hockey BC Foundation

The Field Hockey BC Society is the Provincial Sports Organization (PSO) dedicated to supporting and developing field hockey in BC. Your donation will support FHBC's commitment to delivering its five main service pillars - Athlete Development, Coach Development, Officials Development, Event Hosting and Volunteer Recognition. Donate to the Society here.

The Field Hockey BC Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Registered Society 'Field Hockey BC' and is managed by the FHBC Board of Directors. The Field Hockey BC Foundation is a leading example of the Society's commitment to the sustainable development of the sport across the province. Tax Receipts are available for donations to the Foundation, and donors have the opportunity to create their own Legacy Fund or donate to an existing program. Donate to the Foundation here.