Field Hockey |
Common terms and phrases
advanced technique attacking team avoid obstruction back line backlift backline ball is hit body Bully center forward center half circle edge clear the ball corner hit defending team Direction of Attack dispossess dodge flick follow-through footwork free hit front runners full back gain possession goal line goalkeeper goalkeeper's ground hit is taken hit the ball hitter hockey inside forward keep keeper kick the ball left foot left hand legs mark midfield players move your feet movement narrow the angle non-stick side opponent's stick opposition Orthodox defense pass the ball penalty corner penalty stroke play the ball player in possession position possible prepared propel the ball pull the ball push push-in quickly ready receive the ball reverse stick hit right hand scoop shoot shot at goal sideline skill slightly soon stick side stop the ball sweeper tactics taker taking the hit tapped team member weight forward wrists