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Field Hockey · Stufe 5: Gehobene Mittelstufe · Unterstufe 5.5

Sticks, Turf and Kit

10 Tests · 100 Fakten · aktualisiert am 30. Oktober 2026 · Markdown

Equipment for players who are getting serious: the parts of the stick, wood and composite, choosing a length, the limits on sticks, the ball, playing surfaces, footwear, protective and goalkeeping kit and looking after it.

Jeder Test unten besteht aus zehn Fragen auf Insporta. Die Liste unter einem Test zeigt, was die Fragen prüfen: ein Fakt pro Frage, mit Quelle. Lesen Sie sie vor dem Test oder kehren Sie nach einer falschen Antwort zu ihr zurück.

Test 1Parts of the stickTest machen

  1. The flat side, the face, is the side that plays the ball.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.5 · Wissen

  2. The head is the curved part at the bottom.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  3. The toe is the end of the curved head.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  4. A grip wrap covers the handle for a firm hold.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  5. The bow is the curve along the length of the stick.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  6. Grips wear smooth and need rewrapping long before the stick is done.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  7. A bow nearer the head helps flicks and drag-flicks.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  8. Grip at the top, then shaft, head and toe.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  9. Face and edges are used; the back is not.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.5 · Wissen

  10. The tip of the curved head is the toe.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Anwendung

Test 2Wood and compositeTest machen

  1. Beginner sticks are usually constructed of wood.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  2. Wood is lightweight, less rigid and more forgiving.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  3. Players move on to a more powerful composite stick.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  4. Composites mix carbon, glass fibre and other materials.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  5. A stiff stick transfers more energy to the ball.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  6. A forgiving stick makes stopping and control easier.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  7. Stick length, style and weight is based on individual preference.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  8. From forgiving wood to powerful composite.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  9. More carbon, more stiffness.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  10. Wood is lighter and more forgiving.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Anwendung

Test 3Choosing a stick lengthTest machen

  1. Too long is hard to manoeuvre; too short is awkward and limits power.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  2. A stick that is too long will be difficult to manoeuvre.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  3. A stick too short may be awkward and limit power.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  4. Many players judge from the ground to the hip bone.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  5. Length follows height.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  6. Two players of the same height may still prefer different lengths.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  7. Shorter sticks favour tight skills.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  8. Measure, check, grip, test.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  9. Shorter for small children, longer as they grow.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Anwendung

  10. Shoulder height is too long for most players.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Anwendung

Test 4The stick's limitsTest machen

  1. The stick must pass through a ring with an inside diameter of 51 mm.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  2. Maximum weight 737 g.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  3. The bow must not exceed 25 mm.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  4. Limits keep lifted shots safer.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  5. Maximum total length 105 cm.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  6. A thicker stick would not pass through.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  7. Equipment specifications are set by the FIH.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  8. 25 mm, 51 mm, then 105 cm.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  9. Weight, ring, bow, length.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  10. The ring test checks the stick's width.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Anwendung

Test 5Der BallTest machen

  1. Scuffed balls run and bounce less truly.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  2. Usually white or orange, but any colour that contrasts with the surface.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  3. Dimples cut aquaplaning when the turf is wet.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  4. Any colour that contrasts with the playing surface.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  5. Weight 156-163 g.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications · Wissen

  6. USA Field Hockey offers it as beginner equipment.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  7. Different balls may be used for development training and play.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  8. A golf ball, the normal hockey ball, then the oversized GO Ball.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  9. Dimples matter most when wet.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  10. Dimples reduce aquaplaning on wet turf.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

Test 6Turf typesTest machen

  1. Elite outdoor hockey is played on water-based turf.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  2. Hockey5s is played on synthetic turf, grass and sometimes sand-based turf.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  3. Indoor is played on hard courts, including gym floors.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  4. Watering makes the ball run fast and true.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  5. The chop is only used on astro fields.

    Quelle: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · Wissen

  6. The drag can only be used effectively on artificial turf.

    Quelle: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Injector · Wissen

  7. Synthetic turf made the game faster and passing more effective.

    Quelle: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Tactics · Wissen

  8. Watered turf is fastest.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  9. Grass, then turf, then watered turf.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Anwendung

  10. Wet, smooth synthetic: water-based turf.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Anwendung

Test 7FootwearTest machen

  1. Short rubber studs grip without damaging turf.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  2. Spikes tear turf and can injure players.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Wissen

  3. Grass needs studs for grip.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  4. Indoor is played on hard courts with flat soles.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  5. Match the shoe to the surface.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  6. Kickers protect and help clear the ball.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 2.2 · Wissen

  7. Players must not wear anything dangerous to other players.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Wissen

  8. Flat soles, short studs, longer studs.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  9. Surface, choice, laces, test.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  10. Short rubber studs suit turf.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Anwendung

Test 8SchutzausrüstungTest machen

  1. Field players are strongly recommended to wear shin, ankle and mouth protection.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Wissen

  2. Hand protection must not increase the natural size of the hands significantly.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Wissen

  3. Face masks for defending penalty corners.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Wissen

  4. All field players must remove corner equipment before taking part in play outside their 23.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 13.3n · Wissen

  5. For medical reasons, a smooth close-fitting face mask, soft headgear or goggles.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Wissen

  6. Knee pads may be worn outside the socks if their colour matches or is black.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Wissen

  7. Mouth guards prevent dental injury.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  8. Mouth, hands, shins, ankles.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Wissen

  9. Finish, remove, then play on.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 13.3n · Anwendung

  10. Corner protective equipment is allowed.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Anwendung

Test 9Goalkeeping kitTest machen

  1. A goalkeeper wears at least protective headgear, leg guards and kickers.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 2.2 · Wissen

  2. A goalkeeper wears a different colour shirt.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 2.2 · Wissen

  3. Keepers keep the helmet on throughout play; the stroke is the only exception.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 10.1 · Wissen

  4. Blockers are the keeper's hand protectors.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  5. A throat protector hangs below the helmet.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  6. It is vital the goalkeeper has the correct equipment.

    Quelle: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Six-a-side · Wissen

  7. Padding protects against hard balls.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  8. Head, chest, legs, feet.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 2.2 · Wissen

  9. Body, legs, feet, then head and hands.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  10. Helmet, blockers, pads and kickers: goalkeeping kit.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 2.2 · Anwendung

Test 10Caring for kitTest machen

  1. A damaged stick can splinter and hurt someone.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Wissen

  2. A good grip gives control.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  3. Drying stops smells and damage.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  4. Rough edges are dangerous.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Wissen

  5. Clean guards stay safe to use.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  6. A damaged grille or strap is a safety risk.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  7. Heat can weaken composite and glue.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  8. Stick, guards, mouth guard, pack.

    Quelle: USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025) · Wissen

  9. A worn grip is minor; a crack is serious.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Wissen

  10. Rough parts are dangerous to others.

    Quelle: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.2 · Anwendung

Quellen

KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, USA Field Hockey 101, NFHCA notes, FIH history and official results; original questions authored, nothing reproduced. Numbered rules belong to the Rules category (Field Hockey - Rules of Hockey).

  • USA Field Hockey, Field Hockey 101 (2025)60
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Specifications13
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.213
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 2.25
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.52
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 13.3n2
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary1
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Injector1
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Tactics1
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 10.11
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Six-a-side1