Description
Book SynopsisThe Know the Game series is firmly established as the leading introduction to a huge range of sports. For 50 years they have been the first step into a new sport for many people, children and adults alike.The series has now been relaunched in a new format with a modern design - making the best even better. The aim has been to make the books more accessible, and they are now packed with colour photos and illustrations, top tips and interesting facts. Each book contains everything you need to know about the sport, including equipment, rules, techniques and training tips. There''s even information on how to find a club and meet new people to play the sport with.And having been written and endorsed by the sport''s professional body, you can be sure that you are getting the best information available.
Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION The game Substitutions
THE PITCH The goal and striking circle The penalty spot Other lines
EQUIPMENT The stick The ball Uniform Goalkeeper’s equipment The umpires
PLAYING THE GAME Extra time To start a half and restart after a goal General rule Open play Ball out of play Over the backline Scoring a goal Bully The raised ball Defending shots at goal Handling the ball Foot and ball contact
UNDERSTANDING THE GAME Phases of the game Attacking objectives and skills Defending objectives and skills
BASIC SKILLS Grip Footwork Vision and positioning
ATTACKING PLAY Controlling the ball Running with the ball Dribbling 1 v 1 elimination skills technique Executing low lifts Passing Receiving the ball Shooting and goal-scoring
DEFENDING PLAY Regaining possession Intercepting Tackling Channelling Marking Systems of play Goalkeeping
RESTARTS AND SET PIECES Common restarts Free hits Hits-in from a corner Penalty corners
PENALTIES Match penalties Match penalty procedure Personal penalties Personal penalty procedure
CONTROL OF THE GAME The umpires Match officials
HOCKEY VARIATIONS Stix Skills Mini hockey Zone hockey
Glossary Hockey Chronology Index Imperial/Metric Conversion Table
