New to Hockey?
Last Updated 17th November 2004
This section aims to provide new players with some basic answers to questions that they may have about hockey. Please visit the following links for resources concerned with the game of Hockey.
Overview of the Game (Athens 2004)
Beginner's Guide to Out Door Hockey (FIH)
Positional Play and Player expectations - Beginners guide to playing each position (Victorian Institute of Sport)
Umpire Signals (US Field Hockey Association)
Basic Hockey Skills (Hockey Victoria)
In addition, you may find some answers to your questions in our FAQ section which can be found here.
Related Links/Documents/Downloads/Photo Galleries
Beginner Hockey Resource
(Contains some of the Above Files)
Hockey Victoria Coaching Resources
Includes Articles General Information as well as information about Hockey Specific Fitness Training, The Seven Principles of a Sound Offence, Guidelines for Coaches and Parents, Equipment and Safety Guidelines for Junior Hockey, Rule Changes,
Positioning, Fitness and Mobility for Umpires.
Central Highlands Regional Library Catalogue
(Although some of the books may be a little old and out of date)