USA Field Hockey Teams Up with Leap Hockey to Elevate Youth Development in the Sport & Provide a New Member Benefit

AUSTIN, Texas - USA Field Hockey is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Leap Hockey, a pioneering online platform dedicated to advancing youth field hockey skills. This collaboration represents a significant milestone in fostering beginning entry-level player development and expanding access to high-quality training resources within the field hockey community to grow the sport.

One component of the partnership allows Leap Hockey, working with USA Field Hockey, to create new online instructional content, designed to help young athletes acquire the skills necessary to excel in the sport and to teach entry-level coaches the fundamental field techniques to share with their youngest players. By leveraging technology, shared expertise and resources, Leap Hockey and USA Field Hockey aim to enhance player experiences and foster a lifelong passion for the sport among aspiring athletes as well as provide more tools and resources for adults to bring more kids into the sport.

"We are excited to join forces with USA Field Hockey to support the growth and development of young players across the country," said Ross Gilham-Jones, Founder of Leap Hockey. "Through our partnership, we aim to inspire the next generation of field hockey enthusiasts and provide them with the tools they need to succeed on and off the field."

In addition to offering instructional content, Leap Hockey is pleased to offer special subscription rates (also known as Leap Hockey memberships) to USA Field Hockey Members, providing them with affordable access to Leap Hockey’s online training platform.  The first month trial period is free to USA Field Hockey Members. From mastering the fundamental techniques to refining advanced skills, Leap Hockey's at-home training programs delivered online, offer world class coaching at a players’ fingertips, wherever their location.

"We are excited to partner with Leap Hockey,” said Simon Hoskins, USA Field Hockey’s Executive Director. “The value of the innovative and affordable training resources to help athletes develop their skills and reach their full potential is a great benefit to USA Field Hockey’s Members."

For more information about USA Field Hockey, visit usafieldhockey.com.

For more information about Leap Hockey, visit leaphockey.com.

About Leap Hockey:

Leap Hockey is a leading online platform dedicated to empowering youth field hockey players to reach their full potential. With a team of world-class instructors, live at-home training every day and personalized athlete feedback, Leap Hockey provides aspiring players with the tools and resources needed to reach their potential.

About USA Field Hockey:

USA Field Hockey is the national governing body for the sport of field hockey in the United States and is based in Colorado Springs, Colo. USA Field Hockey’s mission is to grow the game, serve and inspire membership, and succeed internationally. The organization is committed to providing opportunities for the 30,000 members to participate develop and excel as athletes, coaches, umpires, and administrators. The U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Teams strive for competitive excellence in the Olympic Games, Pan American Games, World Cup, and other international competitions. USA Field Hockey is a proud member of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, International Hockey Federation and Pan American Hockey Federation.