December 2024

Field Hockey BC is hiring an Athlete Program and Sport Development Manager. The position is designed to plan and implement program delivery intent on improving the skills, fitness and knowledge base of both male and female developmental and performance athletes; to plan and oversee program delivery targeted at schools’ participation; and to lead the Society’s support for and delivery of formalized coach education across all active regions of British Columbia. The Athlete Program and Sport Development Manager is responsible for the operational oversight of Field Hockey BC Regional and Provincial developmental and performance stream programs, for the operational oversight of the NCCP coach education pathway, and for the logistical delivery of the FHBC school’s program.

To see the full details of the position, please see the Job Posting on our website.

Deadline for applications: January 21, 2025

Job to commence from February 11, 2025

Please send your resume and cover letter by the deadline date above to:

Mark Saunders, Executive Director, Field Hockey BC

101-7455 132nd Street, Surrey, BC V3W 1J8

Tel: 604.614.7660 E-mail: mark@fieldhockeybc.com

The FHBC Regional Program is a comprehensive player development program for athletes aspiring to Provincial Team Selection, NextGen Identification or eventual National Team representation. The program scheduled to run from January - May will include progressive technical and tactical skill development and will start with a player assessment session (January 10).  

Benefits of the Regional Program: 

• Access to Provincial-level Head Coaches. 
• Athletes will receive coaching to address technical and tactical skills gaps based on feedback from the program entry assessment and Stage 1 Evaluation feedback (if applicable).  
• Athletes will not need to receive a coach nomination to attend the Stage 1 Evaluation – that nomination information will come through the Regional Program. 
• If viable (based on athlete numbers), athletes within the Regional Program will form a team for the Stage 2 Evaluation event, enabling the team to train and prepare together in the weeks leading up to the Evaluation. 

Regional Program - Island

Dates: Fridays, Jan 10 – May 9 (some dates excluded – see registration link for more details) 

Time: 6:00-8:00pm 

Location: University of Victoria 

Athletes: U16 – U18 age groups (athletes born 2007-2010); All genders welcome 

Cost: $475 

Register by Jan. 3

Photo Credit: Armando Tura

Athlete Development Program - Island & Interior

The FHBC Athlete Development Program (ADP) is geared towards the player's overall skills development. This program offers an optional opportunity for athletes of any ability to train. 

The curriculum, aligned to the National Field Hockey Skills Matrix, will cover a wide range of technical skills and basic gameplay concepts, as well as elements of fitness information and sports science. 

Athlete Development Program - Duncan (Block 2)

Dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 8 – Feb. 12 

Time: 6:00-8:00pm 

Location: Cowichan Sportsplex 

Athletes: U14 – U18 age groups (athletes born 2007-2012); All genders welcome 

Cost: $265 

Register by Jan. 3 

Athlete Development Program - Kelowna (Block 2)

Dates: Sundays, Jan. 12 – Mar. 9 (No session Feb. 16)

Time:12:45 – 2:45pm

Location: MNP Place Field 1 

Athletes: U14 – U18 age groups (athletes born 2007-2012); All genders welcome.

Cost: $340

Register by Jan. 6

***Note that capacity will be limited for the Kelowna program. Athletes are encouraged to sign up early.

If registration is full and you want to be put on a waitlist, please contact info@fieldhockeybritishcolumbia.com

Techical Development Program - Island & Lower Mainland

The FHBC Technical Development Program (TDP) is a prescriptive technical skills program designed to complement technical training programs of Community Clubs and deliver a learning experience that is focused on a specific technical skill or skills. The TDP 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.  

The focus of this 4-session block is the Forehand Hit. Sessions will include an overview of forehand hitting technique 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.

Technical Development Program - Lower Mainland

Dates: Sundays, Jan. 19 - Feb. 9 

Time: U14/U16 Group: 5:00 - 6:30pm | U18 Group: 6:30 – 8:00pm 

Location: Tamanawis Field #1 

Athletes: U14 – U18 age groups (athletes born 2007-2012); All genders welcome  

Cost: $130 

Register by Jan. 10 



Technical Development Program - Island

Dates: Thursdays, Feb. 6 - Feb 27 

Time: 6:00-8:00pm 

Location: University of Victoria 

Athletes: U14 – U18 age groups (athletes born 2007-2012); All genders welcome  

Cost: $170 

Register by Jan. 31 

Registration is open for the 2025 Women’s Senior Indoor Championship

Dates: January 31 – February 2, 2025

Location: Cowichan Community Centre – Duncan, BC

Cost: $400 per team



Registration Deadline: January 12th, 2025

For more information and instructions to register please visit our website: https://fieldhockeybc.com/events/bc-indoors/

If you have any questions about this event, please contact Shaquille at eventsandofficials@fieldhockeybritishcolumbia.com

Cowichan Field Hockey Club has opened registration for the 2025 U18 Malcolm Fernandes Memorial Indoor Tournament

Dates: January 24-26, 2025

Location: Cowichan Community Centre – Duncan, BC

Cost: Early bird: $350 per team if paid by December 31, 2024; $400 per team after December 31, 2024



Registration Deadline: January 10th, 2025

You can access the registration form here: https://www.cowichanfieldhockey.ca/forms/25763-Malcolm-Fernandes-Annual-U18-Girls-Indoor-Tournament

For more information, please contact: cowichanindoorfh@gmail.com

Photo Credits: Yan Huckendubler

Field Hockey BC is pleased to share that Field Hockey Canada has announced the dates for the 2025 National Championships.

The U18 & U16 National Championships will be held in Brampton, Ontario at Cassie Campbell Field.  

U18 National Championships: July 24 – 29, 2025 

(Athletes born in 2007 & 2008)

U16 National Championships: July 31 – August 5, 2025 

(Athletes born in 2009, 2010 & 2011)

In connection with these events, FHBC is excited to announce key dates and information about the 2025 FHBC Provincial Program Pathway. FHBC will hold a series of athlete evaluations throughout the Province to select Team BC Provincial teams (Tier 1) and if viable, Regional-representative teams (Tier 2) to compete at the 2025 FHC National Championships in Brampton this Summer. Please check out our Provincial Program page for more information.

Field Hockey BC is now accepting applications for coaches and evaluators within our Provincial Program. Opportunities include: 

• U16 or U18 Provincial Head Coach (Tier 1)  
• U16 or U18 Provincial Assistant Coach (Tier 1)  
• U16 or U18 Regional Head Coach (Tier 2) – If viable  
• U16 or U18 Regional Assistant Coach (Tier 2) – If viable  
• Evaluators (Stages 1 and 2) 

Please check out our Coaching Opportunities page for more information.

The 2025 Field Hockey BC AGM will take place on the evening of Wednesday 5 February 2025 at 6.30pm PST. All pertinent AGM details will be made available on the Society website at the following link https://fieldhockeybc.com/annual-general-meeting-agm/. Documentation will also be replicated in the Documents section of the Society website to allow for two avenues for any Club Member or Registered Participant to intuitively access AGM information.  

This first AGM notice also draws community attention to the process for Board of Director Nominations. We encourage all Club Members to disseminate the opportunity for nominees to be put forward for election in 2025 and welcome Nominations from both inside and outside of the Society’s Membership and Registered Participant base. 

More information regarding Board of Director Nominations can be found via the following link: https://fieldhockeybc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2025-AGM-Board-Member-Nomination-Form.pdf 

Congratulations to Barb Hart Harris, recently announced as one of the Inductees to the Burnaby Sports Hall of Fame, as part of their Class of 2024.

A long time contributor to our sport in BC, Hart Harris was recognized for her achievements as an Athlete, Builder, and Coach. The full announcement can be found here: Burnaby Sports Hall of Fame Announcement

To this day, Hart Harris continues to give back to our community, providing support for future generations with a Bursary in her name. The Barb Hart Harris Athlete Assistance Bursary is designed to support both male and female athlete participation in FHBC Regional Programming. 

Donations can be made to this, or any of our other Bursaries, via the following link: https://www.fhbcfoundation.com/fund-programs

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.