National Development Themes

In looking to develop young hockey players that enjoy the sport and can progress to the highest level, England Hockey has developed seven Overarching Principles.

These key characteristics could be thought of as ‘The End in Mind’ – the things that we are really looking to develop in players.

Core Skills - Coaching notes & videos

A series of coaching notes and videos showing the core skills of hockey.

You need to practice your core skills continuously, not just when you start playing hockey!

Remember: “The best coach you will ever have is you!”

Advanced Skills - Coaching notes & videos

Once you’ve mastered the core skills, have a go at these advanced skills.

Hockey Vocabulary

Do you know your Left Foot Pass from your Drag Flick? Are you in the dark when asked to set up the perfect Half-court Press?

Download our comprehensive Hockey Vocabulary and never be stuck for words on the pitch again!