USA Field Hockey Seeks Nominees for Two At-Large Directors & Independent Director for Board of Directors
USA Field Hockey is seeking eligible candidates for two At-Large Directors and an Independent Director to sit on the USA Field Hockey Board of Directors for a four-year term. Do you enjoy strategic thinking, oversight, long range planning and governance? Do you have a background in law, finance, marketing, nonprofit management, or compliance? Are you willing to serve a four-year term in order to further the mission of the sport we love while helping to Grow the Game, Serve and Inspire Membership and Succeed Internationally? If so, USA Field Hockey encourages you to apply for one of several open Board of Director positions that must be filled by January 1, 2027.
Open Director Roles
Those applying for the Independent Director seat must meet the definition of Independence, as defined in Section 5.6 Independence of the USA Field Hockey. An Independent Director shall be determined to have no material relationship with USA Field Hockey either directly or through an organization that has a material relationship with USA Field Hockey.
Independent Director Applicants, Click Here.
The Nominating Committee is soliciting the general membership of USFHA nominations of individuals to serve as the At-Large Director. Those interested in the At-Large Director seat may nominate themselves.
At-Large Director Applicants, Click Here.
Applications will be accepted through Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How often does the USA Field Hockey Board meet?
In general, the Board holds conference calls every month in addition to two in-person board meetings per year. Board Members also serve on various committees (i.e. Nominating, Finance and Audit, Member Services, Judicial, Ethics, etc.) which meet intermittently - usually by video call - as needed. Travel expenses and overnight accommodations are reimbursed by the organization.
Do Board Members oversee the professional staff?
The Board hires, manages and evaluates the Executive Director only. This is not an operational board, but rather one that is concerned with formalizing a strategic plan and charging the Executive Director with implementation.
Do I need to be a member of USA Field Hockey?
Yes! Board applicants must be a dues-paying member of USA Field Hockey, at least 18 years old and a U.S. Citizen. Field hockey playing/coaching experience is not necessary, but familiarity with the sport and the structure is very helpful. By design, some of the 12 board members specifically represent athletes, coaches, and umpires. At-Large and Independent Board seats are open to all USA Field Hockey members in good standing over 18 years of age.
How are Board Members selected?
Interested candidates should submit an application with a personal statement and resume by September 27, 2026, through the above links for the application.
For Independent Directors, the Nominating Committee considers the candidates through telephone interviews, and appoints the Independent Directors to be elected from among the nominated individuals considered to be independent, as defined in Section 5.6 in the Bylaws.
For At-Large Directors, the Nominating Committee vets the candidates through telephone interviews, and provides a slate of three candidates for each open At-Large Board seat for the Board to select each At-Large member.
Applications will be accepted through Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Where does USA Field Hockey fit with other hockey organizations?
USA Field Hockey is recognized as the National Governing Body for the sport of field hockey in the United States by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, International Hockey Federation and Pan American Hockey Federation.
USA Field Hockey hopes that you will consider applying for these extremely important positions on the Board of Directors.
