Field hockey in England
| Field hockey in England | |
|---|---|
| Governing body | England Hockey |
| First played | Early/mid 1800's. |
| Registered players | Estimate 30,000 |
| Clubs | 1050 |
National competitions | |
Club competitions | |
Field hockey in England is usually referred to simply as "hockey" instead of field hockey, whereas ice hockey in England is referred to by its full name. The sport is often played on astroturf pitches and occasionally grass pitches, although this is becoming increasingly rare. The sport is played on an amateur basis.
See also
- England Hockey
- English Hockey League (field hockey)
- England men's national field hockey team
- England women's national field hockey team
- Former England National Hockey Stadium
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