How is Field Hockey Played?
Field hockey is a team sport played on a rectangular field with goals at each end. The game is played with a small, hard ball and a curved stick called a hockey stick. The objective of the game is to score more goals than the opposing team by hitting the ball into their goal.
The game is played in two halves, each of which lasts 35 minutes. Each team has 11 players on the field at a time, including a goalkeeper. The goalkeeper is the only player who is allowed to use their hands to touch the ball.
The game is played with a variety of rules and regulations. Some of the most important rules include:
- Players cannot use their feet or hands (other than the goalkeeper) to touch the ball.
- Players can only use their hockey sticks to hit the ball.
- Players cannot intentionally trip or push opponents
- Players cannot hit the ball above shoulder height.
Field hockey is a fast-paced and exciting sport that requires skill, speed, and teamwork. It is a popular sport in many countries around the world, and it is especially popular in Europe, Asia, and Australia.
FAQs
- What is the size of a field hockey field? 91.4 meters long by 55 meters wide.
- How many players are on a field hockey team? 11 players on the field at a time.
- How long is a field hockey game? Two halves each lasting 35 minutes
- What is the objective of field hockey? Score more goals than the opposing team
- What is the only player who can use their hands? The goalkeeper
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