Field HockeyRegister for Fall
Our MVAA field hockey program includes an in-house instructional program for K-4th grade and competitive team play for 5th-8th grade. Our competition teams currently participate in Frederick County Parks and Rec Youth Field Hockey League that holds games on Saturday mornings. Our season typically runs from late August to the first week of November.
WE NEED COACHES! Our success depends on volunteer coaches. We are in need of 2-3 coaches for the 5th/6th grade team and 2-3 coaches for the in-house K-4th grade program for the Fall ’24 season. Contact Jen Zeltwanger for more information.
Director
Jennifer Zeltwanger
z610@yahoo.com
Fall Season
August thru November
Registration opens May 3
For Parents
mvaa field hockeyOverview
Grades K-4 ($60)
The K-4th grade program is an in-house clinic style program. Athletes learn skills and fundamentals of the game in a relaxed and fun way with drills, activities, and scrimmages. This program does not involve competition with other teams. Practices will be held two evenings a week.
Grades 5-6 ($90)
The 5th-6th grade program is a competition level team that will be part of the Frederick County Youth Field Hockey League. We are also considering other competition opportunities such as tournaments and individual games against other area teams. Practices will be held two to three evenings a week based on coach and field availability. Games are typically on Saturdays.
Grades 7-8 ($90)
The 7th-8th grade program is a competition level team that will be part of the Frederick County Youth Field Hockey League. We are also considering other competition opportunities such as tournaments and individual games against other area teams. Practices will be held two to three evenings a week based on coach and field availability. Games are typically on Saturdays.
Spring Field Hockey ClinicRegister
The MVAA Field Hockey program is offering clinics for Kindergarten - 8th Graders!! The clinic is designed to introduce the sport to new players and enhance skills for familiar faces. There will be no games or interaction with other teams.
No experience necessary! All you need is a mouth guard and shin guards. Sticks will be provided if this is your first time trying out the sport!
Questions: Contact our Field Hockey Director Jen Zeltwanger at z610@yahoo.com.
Monday Evenings 6:00-7:30pm
April 8th - May 13th
Location: MiMS Practice Field
Cost: $40
"The goal is to always have fun while learning new skills."
Equipment Requirements
- Shin guards
- Mouth guard
- Goggles
- Field hockey stick
Volunteers
As always, volunteers are always a plus and we are grateful for everyone who is willing to help. If you are interested in helping coach some days or every day, please reach out!