Club Affiliation FAQs

Club Affliation Frequently Asked Questions

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When is the open enrollment period?

If I have already affiliated with a club, do I need to do this annually?

Are new members to USA Field Hockey allowed to affiliate themselves with a club post October 1?

Which National Events are affected by the Club Affiliation Policy?

Which National Events are clubs allowed guests players?

Which National Events are clubs not allowed guest players?

How do I change my club affiliation during the open enrollment period?

If I have an extenuating circumstance, how do I change my club affiliation outside of the open enrollment period?

How many times can I change my club affiliation?

Do I have to affiliate with a club for training, practice, local tournaments or insurance purposes?

When should the Club Affiliation Transfer process be used?

Do both clubs have to approve the transfer?

What if my club won’t sign off on the transfer?

What constitutes a guest player?

When should I approve a Club Affiliation request?

What if I feel I should not approve the transfer request for one of my affiliated athletes?

Do my athletes have to affiliate with my club for training, practice, local tournaments or insurance purposes?