NFHCA Blog
The Rise of Multi-Use Turf Facilities
Written by Cate Clark, NFHCA Executive DirectorAs collegiate athletics continues to evolve, so does the demand placed on athletic facilities. In a recent survey conducted by the National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) through the Field Hockey Forward...
Empowering Change: The Impact of the East India Hockey Project
By Laurie Temple, NFHCAIn a region marred by the threats of human trafficking, child marriage, and societal challenges, the East India Hockey Project emerges as a beacon of hope and empowerment. This anti-trafficking initiative, initiated by the US Consulate Kolkata...
Unveiling the Aspire Academy Framework: Advancing the Field Hockey Coaching Profession
Image Credit: Rowan University Athletic CommunicationsCOLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) is proud to announce the launch of the Aspire Academy, an initiative dedicated to elevating and strengthening the field hockey coaching...
Careers in Motion – New Wave of Head Coaches
By Kelly Blackhurst, NFHCA Awards & Digital Communications ManagerIn the dynamic world of field hockey, coaching plays a pivotal role in shaping successful teams and fostering a positive environment for players to thrive. We chatted with first year head coach,...
Empowering Field Hockey’s Future through Service and Mentorship
By Kelly Blackhurst, NFHCA Awards & Digital Communications ManagerIn our Quarterly Spotlight, we bring attention to individuals who exemplify extraordinary dedication to service within the National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA). Today, we are excited to...
Empowering Athletes through Mental Health Awareness
By Angela Teeple & Melissa Katz, All In Athletes As someone who has been in the coaching profession for over two decades, I can attest to the importance of taking care of your mental health as a coach. It is easy to get wrapped up in the demands of the job and...
Creating A Healthy Team Environment
By Valerie Lohr, Director of Student Well-Being & Performance Mindset at Saint Mary's Hall (TX)Healthy thriving is the way forward. To truly thrive and connect with the reasons people choose coaching as a career, coaches and their teams must be holistically...
Mind and Body Matters: Prioritizing Student-Athlete Health!
By Kaitlyn Wahila, Head Coach at Ithaca CollegeThis fall will be my seventh season as the head field hockey coach at Ithaca College. I have been a head coach for 12 years and an assistant coach for five. With my trusty math skills this means I have been coaching for...
Spotlight on Service: Celebrating Dalton Beaver
By Kelly Blackhurst, NFHCA Awards & Digital Communications ManagerPhoto Credit: Mark Palczewski In honor of National Volunteer Month, we would like to introduce Dalton Beaver, an accomplished and dedicated coach who has devoted over two decades to the development...
Unwavering Dedication: Celebrating Laura-Ann Lane
By Kelly Blackhurst, NFHCA Awards & Digital Communications ManagerIn honor of National Volunteer Month, we chatted with Laura-Ann Lane, the accomplished head field hockey coach at Nichols College and one of the 2023 recipients of the prestigious NFHCA President’s...
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