February 2025

Athlete Nominations for the 2025 FHBC Provincial Program Talent ID, Athlete Evaluation and Team Selection (U16/U18 Male) are now being accepted until the February 28, 2025 nomination deadline.

Athletes interested in attending the Athlete Evaluations this Spring, MUST be nominated by a coach*.

*Note NextGen athletes and CSI Provincial Targeted Athletes have an exemption from this nomination process. Targeted Athletes have been notified of their status for the 2025 season. 

Any level of field hockey coach may submit a FHBC Athlete Nomination Form, including but not limited to a Club coach, FHBC program coach, National coach, Academy coach, High School coach or out-of-province Coach. A reminder that this nomination process is for aspiring high performance athletes.

Coaches can access the online FHBC Athlete Nomination Form here: https://forms.office.com/r/ktRgzURfdi

Athlete Nominations received after the deadline will not be eligible

Nominated athletes will receive an email inviting them to register for the Athlete Evaluation. Parents and athletes should look for an email invitation from Field Hockey BC in early March for male athletes.

For more information about the 2025 FHBC Provincial Program Talent ID and National Championship Team, please visit our website: 

Photo Credit: Yan Huckendubler

2025 FHBC Senior Indoor Championship

Congratulations to the Wildcats on their victory at the FHBC Senior Indoor Tournament!

Thank you to our tournament directors Brenda Rushton and Sue Jameson, as well as to the players, umpires, coaches, volunteers, and spectators for making it a great weekend of hockey.

And a big thank you to Cowichan Field Hockey for their support in running this event.

Final Standings:



1.🥇Wildcats

2.🥈UBC White

3.🥉UBC Blue & UVic White

5. UVic Blue

6. Island

7. Mostly Hawks

Photo Credit: Heather Goodman

NCCP Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS)

The NCCP Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS) module is an in person course designed to help coaches learn how to observe, detect, and correct the fundamental movement skills of youth athletes. This module is a requirement to be considered a Trained Community Coach.

While this is a multisport course, we recognize that their will be great need for this course by those in our community and are working to get a number of FMS courses organized in the coming months. Details will be shared once available.

For more information on coach education please visit our website

Photo Credit: APShutter.com

Field Hockey Canada - Launch of the Young Umpire Program

Field Hockey Canada is thrilled to announce the launch of the Young Umpire Program, a new initiative designed to target, support, and develop young officials from across Canada. This two-year program will provide participants with mentorship, training, and opportunities to officiate at national and potential international levels, shaping the next generation of Canadian umpires.

Several BC umpires and two mentors have been included in the inaugural group, leading the way for this exciting initiative:

Umpires:

Jayen Biring

Oliver Kolkea

Jaskirat Randhawa

Maya Sontz

Nora Strutchrup

Mentors:

Tyler Klenk

Lelia Sacré

Full story can be found on the Field Hockey Canada website.

Field Hockey Canada is thrilled to include the community in the 2025 National Championships logo design this year by way of a design contest. Nationals is taking place in Brampton from July 24-August 5 and is including a U18 followed by a U16 tournament. The aim of this contest is to involve the community in creating and selecting the annual National Championships logo.

See below link for rules and submission guidelines. Submission deadline is March 7

Do you have a youth between the ages of 10-18 who's involved in sport? Do you ever wonder HOW you as a caregiver can support your young athlete in building resilience and promoting their mental health?

Consider attending this free online workshop being hosted in the community, February 27 from 7-9pm.

There is an upcoming masters level playing opportunity for women being hosted on Vancouver Island.  

Please send expression of interest or any questions directly to the tournament committee:

Alanna Martin (abcdbmartin@gmail.com) and Ronnie Lee (leeronnie19@gmail.com)

We are pleased to welcome Masters teams to the 2025 Pat Hall Masters Tournament, named after the late Patricia Hall who was a pillar of field hockey on Vancouver Island, in BC and in Canada. Pat helped orchestrate the island-hosted Masters Tournament for a number of years so it only seems fitting that the tournament was renamed in her honour. Please find the below information ahead of the tournament. 

What: Pat Hall Masters Tournament

When: Saturday April 19th and Sunday April 20th, 2025 (Easter Weekend) 

Where: University of Victoria (water-based and rubber-based turfs)

Who: Women's Masters teams (players must be 30 years of age or older)

Cost: fee will be per team and dependent on number of teams 

Please express your interest in submitting a team as soon as possible so the committee can start to plan the budget and schedule. 

Team registration notes: Exceptions for under-age players, particularly for goalkeepers, may be made by approval of the committee. Please submit requests in writing. Players must be on a single team's roster for the duration of the tournament.

Another upcoming masters level playing opportunity for women, this time an indoor event being hosted in Ontario at the University of Toronto. 

Please contact Abi Mendonca directly if you have any questions: acfha12@gmail.com

What: A&C Masters Invitational

When: March 21-23, 2025

Where: University of Toronto Athletic Centre

Who: Women's Masters

Cost: $55

Attention all certified umpires!!! If you are looking to stay dry on the field, Field Hockey BC has jackets available for purchase. This breathable/waterproof jacket is produced with a hydrostatic pressure rating of 5000mm. The Jacket’s protection is generally estimated to be 1000mm per hour, perfect for the wet days at the field.

Pricing:$140

Delivery options:

-Free pick up at FHBC Office

-Shipping provided for a $15 flat fee

-Local FHBC drop-off may be feasable depending on location or if multiple orders are placed in the same area

For more information and to place your order, please contact Shaquille at eventsandofficials@fieldhockeybritishcolumbia.com.

*Must have an up-to-date umpire certification for purchase - Community level or above*

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.