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Field Hockey · Level 5: Upper-Intermediate · Sub-level 5.2

Aerial and 3D Skills

10 tests · 98 facts · updated 30 October 2026 · markdown

Lifting the ball and the aerial pass, receiving a falling ball and the first receiver's right, raised hits and danger, aerial dribbling, beating a stick in three dimensions and playing the ball above the shoulder.

Each test below is ten questions on Insporta. The list under a test is what the questions check: one fact per question, with the source it was written from. Read it before the test, or come back from a wrong answer.

Test 1Lifting the ballTake a test

  1. The ball may be raised immediately with a push, flick or scoop.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 13.2e · recall

  2. Players must not intentionally raise the ball from a hit except for a shot at goal.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.9 · recall

  3. It is not an offence to raise the ball unintentionally from a hit unless dangerous.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.9 · recall

  4. Control and height come from a short, quick action of the right hand.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Lift · recall

  5. Passing over a flat stick by slightly raising the ball.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · recall

  6. A small lift clears the stick and stays controllable.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Lift · recall

  7. Stick ability: flip the ball and catch it on the stick.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · recall

  8. Set, under, lift, collect.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Lift · recall

  9. Just over, then higher, then over heads.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  10. Ball raised just over a flat stick: a lift.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Lift · applied

Test 2The aerial passTake a test

  1. A pass given by lobbing the ball over the heads of opponents.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · recall

  2. Aerial: all passing techniques where the ball goes through the air.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · recall

  3. The flick or overhead lifts the ball high.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Flick/overhead · recall

  4. The aerial ball can destroy a really tight press.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Outletting under pressure · recall

  5. A ball dropping among players can be dangerous.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.8 · recall

  6. Receiving of the high ball is trained in the oldest step.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 2 · recall

  7. Into space where the team-mate can receive first.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. Aim, lift, move, control.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Flick/overhead · recall

  9. The aerial clears a whole line.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Outletting under pressure · recall

  10. A lifted pass over opponents: an aerial.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · applied

Test 3Receiving a falling ballTake a test

  1. Players must not approach within 5 metres until it has been touched by the receiver.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  2. Until it has been touched by the receiver.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  3. It may be intercepted within 5 metres but outside playing distance, if safe.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  4. Two players chasing a dropping ball is dangerous.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  5. Cushion it down to control.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · recall

  6. Track the ball until it touches the stick.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · recall

  7. Close down the moment the receiver touches it.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  8. Claim, position, control, go.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  9. Wait, touch, tackle.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · applied

  10. Opponents must stay 5 metres away until the receiver touches it.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · applied

Test 4The first receiverTake a test

  1. The initial receiver has a right to the ball.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  2. The player of the team which raised the ball must allow the opponent to receive.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  3. In a doubtful case, the lifting team yields.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  4. Getting under the ball first establishes the claim.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  5. Approaching within 5 metres is an offence.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  6. The lifting team must let the opponent receive.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  7. A clear target space avoids a 50-50 drop.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. Doubt goes against the lifter.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  9. Clear space is best.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

Test 5Raised hits and shotsTake a test

  1. Intentional raising from a hit is not allowed except for a shot at goal.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.9 · recall

  2. A raised hit must be judged explicitly on whether it was raised intentionally.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.9 · recall

  3. Raised over an opponent's stick or body on the ground is permitted unless dangerous.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.9 · recall

  4. Flicks and scoops may be raised to any height if not dangerous.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 13.3m · recall

  5. No more than 460 mm, the backboard height.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 13.3l · recall

  6. A hard raised hit is a danger to other players.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.8 · recall

  7. A ball is dangerous when it causes legitimate evasive action.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.8 · recall

  8. Shots may rise; corner hits are capped; passes must not be lifted on purpose.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.9 · recall

  9. Stroke, intent, danger.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.9 · recall

  10. A hit may be raised on purpose for a shot at goal.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.9 · applied

Test 6Danger in the airTake a test

  1. The offence is considered to occur where the danger arises.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.8 · recall

  2. Evasive action by an opponent is the Rules' test of danger.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.8 · recall

  3. Players may stop, receive and deflect at any height including above the shoulder.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.7 · recall

  4. Players must not use the stick dangerously.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.2 · recall

  5. A dropping ball among players is a risk.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.8 · recall

  6. A defender clearly running into the shot without trying to play it is penalised.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 13.3m · recall

  7. Penalty corner protective equipment includes face masks.

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

  8. The more players under it, the more danger.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.8 · recall

  9. See, space, control, receive.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.7 · recall

  10. Evasive action means danger.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.8 · applied

Test 7Aerial dribblingTake a test

  1. Moving with the ball by bouncing it on the stick.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 2 · recall

  2. Moving with the ball: aerial dribbling, in Phase 2.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 2 · recall

  3. Any raised ball must not be dangerous.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.8 · recall

  4. The 5-metre rule is for receiving a falling ball, not for a player in control.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.10 · recall

  5. Bouncing the ball keeps it above flat sticks.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  6. Flip the ball and catch it on the stick.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · recall

  7. Close control keeps it safe.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. Flip, catch, walk, run.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · recall

  9. From the ground to the air.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · recall

  10. Carrying the ball in the air on the stick.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 2 · applied

Test 8Beating a stick in 3DTake a test

  1. Lifting the ball adds a third dimension.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  2. The ball is flipped over the opposition stick with a jab action.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab lift · recall

  3. The ball is aided by the astro turf to bounce upwards.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Chop · recall

  4. Because the ball is moving left it lifts easily with the reverse stick.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Reverse lift · recall

  5. A ball over the stick beats the block.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Lift · recall

  6. Lifting over a player is allowed unless dangerous.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.9 · recall

  7. Ball carried on the left and ahead of the left foot.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab lift · recall

  8. Approach, read, lift, go.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Lift · recall

  9. Lift, reverse lift, jab lift, chop.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Elimination skills · recall

  10. One-handed flip over the stick: the jab lift.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab lift · applied

Test 9Receiving high on both sidesTake a test

  1. Receiving raised balls on the front and reverse stick.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · recall

  2. Receiving on the backhand, high or low.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 2 · recall

  3. Two difficulties at once: height and the reverse.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  4. A face angled down brings the ball to the ground.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  5. Getting the body in line makes the receive easier.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  6. Front stick receiving is easier than reverse.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 1 · recall

  7. Read, move, turn, cushion.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 2 · recall

  8. Front before reverse, low before high.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · recall

  9. Turned stick, ball high on the left.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 2 · applied

Test 10The ball above the shoulderTake a test

  1. High balls are part of the game when handled safely.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.7 · recall

  2. Unless this is dangerous or leads to danger.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.7 · recall

  3. The danger rule applies to every player.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.7 · recall

  4. Changes in rules and interpretation, such as allowing a high ball, made the game more dynamic.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Tactics · recall

  5. Danger first.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.7 · recall

  6. Only the flat face and edges may be used.

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

  7. Players must not play the ball with the back of the stick.

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

  8. Check, raise, stop, lower.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.7 · recall

  9. The higher the stick, the more care.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.7 · recall

  10. Above the shoulder is fine when not dangerous.

    Source: FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.7 · applied

Sources

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).

  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.1016
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide10
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.99
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan9
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.89
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.79
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 27
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Lift6
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary3
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab lift3
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Flick/overhead2
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Outletting under pressure2
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 13.3m2
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.52
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 13.2e1
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 13.3l1
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 9.21
  • FIH Rules of Hockey 2027 (player's view), Rule 4.21
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Chop1
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Reverse lift1
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Elimination skills1
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 11
  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Tactics1