Frequently Asked Questions

At Houston Velocity Field Hockey Club, we are focused on creating a positive environment where players build field hockey skills, cultivate sportsmanship, have fun, and form positive relationships with their fellow players. As a field hockey “club” we offer additional training and playing opportunities for athletes who would like to improve their overall ability and become more advanced in skill and strategy.

Coach Jen Bower has 10 years of coaching experience at the Middle School, High School, and Club levels. Coach Jen played Field Hockey from Middle School and into college, where she played Club and Recreational in Harrisburg PA. Coach Jen is a USA FH Certified Level 2 Coach.

No, currently we do not accept drop-ins. However, if you are trying to determine if this is a good fit, then please email us at info@houstonvelocity.com to arrange for a Trial Training Session and Skills Evaluation at one of our of training sessions by appointment.

Please email us at info@houstonvelocity.com

Call us at (832) 240 - 2233

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We train beginner players through advanced players. Players are grouped by age, within reason, for training and competition. Usual groupings include U10, U12, U14, U16, U18, and Adult.

Each session includes skills work, strategy, and game play.

Email us at info@houstonvelocity.com to arrange for a Trial Training Session and Skills Evaluation by appointment at one of our regularly scheduled training sessions. We will help you determine where you would fit into our program.

No, we will have play at all levels. You will be grouped into a skill level that is appropriate.

Email us at info@houstonvelocity.com to inquire.

Will I need to travel for tournaments? Will Velocity participate in tournaments?

Our intent is to provide opportunities to travel for various tournaments throughout the year. Travel Team participation is a higher level of commitment that will involve a tryout with an evaluation for team placement. Traveling is optional and not a requirement to be a part of Velocity Field Hockey Club.

1. Field Hockey Stick (there are indoor and outdoor versions, for beginners we recommend purchasing an outdoor stick that can be used during school field hockey season)

2. Field Hockey shin guards

3. Mouthguard

4. Athletic shoes (or turf shoes for indoors)

5. Practice pinnie (registered players will receive a Club pinnie)

6. Water bottle

Goalies require personal equipment designed to maximize protection. If your player is interested in beginning training as a Goalie, then please contact us.

You can find everything you need on our Velocity Online Store with easy pickup or delivery via Velocity practice. For more information please contact us.

Online Vendors

Longstreth Field Hockey Store

Pain and Gain Sports

It is important to have the correctly sized stick. Typically, the stick should come to the top of your hip bone. General guidelines are below:

Player’s Height Stick Length

4’ and under 28 inches

4’1” – 4’ 3” 30 inches

4’4” – 4’6” 32 inches

4’7” – 5’ 34 inches

5’1” – 5’3” 35-35.5 inches

5’4” – 5’9” 36-36.4 inches

5’10 and over 37-37.5 inches

Field hockey sticks range in weight from 535 grams to 560 grams. The weight of the stick depends on personal preference. Depending on your style of play or field position, there are advantages to lighter sticks or heavier sticks.

Yes, Houston Velocity is an official USA Field Hockey Club.

We encourage our players to register with USA Field Hockey, but it is not required. Those players interested in traveling to play with Velocity, will need to register with USA FH.  Those that choose to do regular practices and not travel, do not necessarily need to register.  If you have questions about this process, please feel free to reach out. To register at USA Field Hockey, click here.