COACHES CORNER
Virtual learning
Expert Insights. Practical Strategies. Virtual Learning.
From thriving in today’s coaching landscape to enhancing performance on the field, the NFHCA Coaches Corner series equips member coaches at all levels with practical tools and strategies to elevate their coaching practice. A comprehensive professional development resource designed to enrich coaching knowledge, the NFHCA Virtual Coaches Corner series covers a diverse range of topics such as the tactical and technical aspects of field hockey, the psychology of sport, mental health resources, and offers guidance on contract negotiations for college coaches. Virtual sessions are hosted throughout the year.
Preseason Coaches Corner Series - August 12 & 13, 2026
Kick off your season with fresh insight, practical tools, and expert-led conversations during the NFHCA Coaches Corner: Preseason Series — a free virtual event designed to elevate your coaching game ahead of the fall. Held over two days in August, this flexible learning opportunity features six dynamic sessions. With just one registration, you can attend one, two, or all six — you choose what fits your schedule and coaching needs. This exclusive virtual series is available to all coaches at no cost.
August 12 Schedule
6:00 p.m.
Defending Together Inside Your 25
Maggie Sohns, Dickinson College Head Coach
Defending Together Inside Your 25
Learn strategies to improve defensive organization, communication, and composure when facing sustained pressure inside the defensive 25.
6:45 p.m.
Training Goalkeepers with Confidence
Caitlin Dallmeyer, High Styx Club & Kutztown U. Asst. Coach
Training Goalkeepers with Confidence
Learn the goalkeeping fundamentals every coach should be able to teach and how to incorporate goalkeeper development into team training sessions.
7:30 p.m.
Developing Team Culture & Varsity Standards
Marci Scheuing, Kutztown U. Head Coach & Mo Minicus, Darien High School
Developing Team Culture & Varsity Standards
Explore practical approaches for establishing culture, accountability, and consistent team standards while coaching athletes with varying levels of experience and skill.
August 13 Schedule
6:00 p.m.
Building an Effective Team Press
Rachel Palumbo, Catholic University Head Coach
Building an Effective Team Press
Learn how to teach your team to press as a connected unit through trigger cues, positioning, and effective recovery.
6:45 p.m.
Developing Effective Penalty Corner Units
Jane Wells, Johns Hopkins Head Coach & Jame Albanese, Johns Hopkins Assoc. Head Coach
Developing Effective Penalty Corner Units
Learn how to develop effective penalty corner units on both attack and defense through training concepts, organizational strategies, and practical ideas.
7:30 p.m.
Managing Parent Communication (Panel)
Bobbi Moran, Thayer Academy; Kaitlyn Wahila, Ithaca College; Kelly Massino, Our Lady of Good Counsel
Managing Parent Communication (Panel)
Hear from experienced coaches as they share strategies for navigating parent expectations, managing difficult conversations, and building productive relationships.
August Speaker Line Up
James Albanese
Associate Head Coach, Johns Hopkins University
Mo Minicus
Varsity Coach, Darien High School
March Scheuing
Head Coach, Kutztown University
Caitlin Dallmeyer
Assistant Coach, High Styx Club & Kutztown University
Bobbi Moran
Athletic Director, Thayer Academy
Maggie Sohns
Head Coach, Dickinson College
Jane Wells
Head Coach, Johns Hopkins University
Kelly Massino
Varsity Coach, Our Lady of Good Counsel High School
Rachel Palumbo
Head Coach, Catholic University
Kaitlyn Wahila
Head Coach, Ithaca College
NFHCA Video Library - On Demand Coaches Corner Sessions
Exclusive on-demand learning for NFHCA members, accessible in the Member Portal Video Library.
The NFHCA Video Library features a growing collection of Coaches Corners, webinars, and professional development sessions designed specifically for field hockey coaches at every level of the game.
Members gain year-round access to coaches panels and educational sessions covering:
- Tactical and technical development
- Leadership and team culture
- Mental performance and wellness
- Program management
- Video analysis
- Career navigation and contract negotiations as a college coach
- Preseason preparation
New recordings are added throughout the year, creating a continually expanding professional development resource exclusively available through NFHCA membership.
Unlock the full Video Library through NFHCA membership.