USA Field Hockey's October Monthly Recap

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After a thrilling shootout victory back in August to claim bronze, the Junior U.S. Men’s National Team captured their second medal in event history and first since 2008 at the Junior Pan American Championship (JPAC). Although falling just short of directly qualifying for the 2021 FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup (JWC), the team was the first reserve should a nation pull out.

Less than a month later, USA secured their spot after an announcement came from the International Hockey Federation (FIH) that  Hockey Australia and Hockey New Zealand will no longer be able to participate due to COVID-related international travel restrictions put in place by their respective governments. With preparation underway and the JWC set to take place November 24 through December 5, U.S. U-21 Men’s National Team Head Coach Pat Harris has established the 19-athlete traveling roster to compete in Bhubaneswar, India.

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After winning Junior Pan American Championship (JPAC) bronze and clinching their spot back in August, U.S. U-21 Women’s National Team Head Coach Tracey Paul has named the 18-athlete roster for the upcoming 2021 FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup (JWC). Set to take place December 5 to 16 in Potchefstroom, South Africa, USA’s squad has a mix of familiar names from JPAC with an addition of some key individuals.

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USMNT TWO-LEG EUROPE TOUR RECAP

It was 22 months since the U.S. Men’s National Team got together for an international tour, let alone faced outside competition. Within that timeframe, a new coaching staff was appointed as well as a freshly named 2021-22 USMNT roster. As the team prepares for the men’s 2022 Pan American Cup (PAC), a World Cup qualifier, in January, they embarked on a quick five-day, two-leg Europe tour that included trainings and test matches.

USA 1 - 1 GER U-21
USA 2 - 5 GER U-21
USA 2 - 3 BEL U-21
USA 0 - 3 BEL U-21
MICHIGAN STATE CHAPTER TO HOST ANCILLARY EVENTS AT NCAA DIVISION I CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND

From November 19 to 21, the NCAA Field Hockey National Championships will take place across all three Divisions in three different locations. The Division I Championship will be played at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich., the Division II Final will be held at Millersville University in Millersville, Pa., and the Division III Final Four will be hosted by Trinity College in Hartford, Conn.

To add to the excitement of the fall season being back on schedule, USA Field Hockey and the Michigan State Chapter have partnered to support the NCAA with a fun-filled schedule of ancillary events at the NCAA Division I Championship. Designed for athletes, coaches, umpires and fans of all levels, each day boasts something different with the chance to socialize, network, learn and enjoy field hockey.
2022 PAN AMERICAN CUPS SCHEDULE REVEALED
The Pan American Hockey Federation revealed the competition schedule for the 2022 Pan American Cups (PAC). Taking place January 19 to 30 in Santiago, Chile, this men's and women's event is a qualifier for the World Cup. 
 
TRYOUTS FOR JUNIOR & SENIOR INDOOR USMNT CONFIRMED FOR NOVEMBER 13
Tryouts for the Junior and Senior U.S. Men’s National Indoor Team will be held Saturday, November 13, 2021 at The Training Center in Spring City, Pa.

Individuals that may be currently travel restricted due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic are advised to contact kschiller@usafieldhockey.com for more information about online/virtual evaluation.
JUNIOR TRYOUT
The tryouts are open to anyone age 12 or older and will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., with breaks built in.
SENIOR TRYOUT
The tryouts are open to anyone age 18 or older and will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with breaks built in.
Marian University announced the addition of field hockey to become the 26th intercollegiate sport. The Sabres are just the second institution in the state of Wisconsin to sponsor the sport. Marian plans to have their inaugural Division III field hockey season in the fall of 2022.
Lander University announced the addition of field hockey as the university's 21st NCAA varsity sport. The Bearcats will be the fifth Division II school in the state of South Carolina. The program will have its inaugural season in the fall of 2022.    

Emmaus High School Head Coach Sue Butz-Stavin reached the 1,000 career wins milestone, after becoming the winningest coach in the history of high school field hockey six years ago when she reached 840.

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BEHIND THE WHISTLE IS BACK!
Back by popular demand, the Behind the Whistle umpire series where video clips of recent plays/calls are used for educational purposes.
 
The goalkeeper comes out doing a slide tackle on a breakaway by the attack. The goalkeeper makes a clean play on the ball 3-4 meters outside the circle.
USA Field Hockey is seeking eligible candidates for one At-Large position on the USA Field Hockey Board of Directors. Do you enjoy strategic thinking, oversight, long range planning and governance? Do you have a background in law, finance, marketing, business management or fundraising? Are you willing to serve a 3-year term in order to further the mission of the sport we love and hold dear while helping to Grow the Game, Serve Members and Succeed Internationally? If so, the USA Field Hockey Nominating Committee encourages you to apply for one of several open Board of Director positions that must be filled by January 1, 2022.
 
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