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Field Hockey · Level 8: Expert · Sub-level 8.3

Planning Sessions and a Season

10 tests · 100 facts · updated 30 October 2026 · markdown

How a coach plans: the three parts of a session, what the warm-up is built on, the two halves of the core, the ending, the conditions of a training plan, progression, the season plan, match-day preparation, evaluating a session and simple organisation.

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 1The three parts of a sessionTake a test

  1. Introduction, core and ending.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  2. It sets the tone for training.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  3. Techniques and tactics are learned in the core.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  4. Intensity falls back towards rest.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  5. The warm-up builds up to full work.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  6. A match-like game crowns the session.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  7. Objectives drive the choice of activities.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. Warm-up, work, cool-down.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  9. The core splits into practice and play.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  10. The core ends with a game application.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · applied

Test 2Building the warm-upTake a test

  1. Warm-ups prepare the body on purpose.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  2. Warm-ups fit the group in front of the coach.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  3. Cold days and small spaces change the plan.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  4. A themed warm-up leads into the core.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  5. Long explanations eat the warm-up.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  6. The warm-up reads and lifts the group's mood.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  7. Warm muscles are less easily hurt.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. From gentle to match pace.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  9. Players, mood, conditions, theme.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  10. External conditions change the warm-up.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · applied

Test 3The coreTake a test

  1. Skills are learned, then used in a game.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  2. Usually only two phases fit in one session.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  3. The game shows whether the skill transfers.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  4. Rule tweaks force the behaviour the coach wants.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  5. Tactical principles start in the core.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  6. Practice ends at match conditions.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  7. Games train the whole player.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. Learn, refine, speed up, apply.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  9. From drill to game.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  10. The core moves from practice to play.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · applied

Test 4The endingTake a test

  1. The body eases back to rest.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  2. Plans are adjusted as needed.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  3. Gentle running helps the body slow down.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  4. Familiar stretches close the session.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  5. Warmth helps muscles recover.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  6. Reflection fixes the lesson.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  7. Plans change in response to evaluation.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. Jog, stretch, wash.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  9. Play, ease off, reflect.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  10. The ending brings intensity down.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · applied

Test 5Conditions of a training planTake a test

  1. One clear goal focuses the session.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  2. A complete plan covers the whole game.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  3. Sessions must include everyone.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  4. Hard focus and fun both have a place.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  5. Each session builds on the last.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  6. Safety is always a condition.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  7. Short- and long-term plans fit together.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. Season, week, session.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  9. Goal first, review last.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  10. Every session has one key goal.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · applied

Test 6ProgressionTake a test

  1. Direction changes make a skill harder.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  2. A smaller area means less time.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  3. Opposition is the real test.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  4. Speed comes after control.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  5. Variety keeps players learning.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  6. Mastery is the cue to progress.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  7. Players' own ideas help them grow.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. Direction, space, then pressure.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  9. Add movement, then opposition.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  10. A smaller area raises the difficulty.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · applied

Test 7The season planTake a test

  1. Fitness and team-building start the year.

    Source: General field hockey reference · recall

  2. The base for the season is laid early.

    Source: General field hockey reference · recall

  3. Match weeks balance load and recovery.

    Source: General field hockey reference · recall

  4. Bodies and minds need a break.

    Source: General field hockey reference · recall

  5. Blocks link sessions to season goals.

    Source: General field hockey reference · recall

  6. What happens on match day shapes the next sessions.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  7. Plans must suit the whole squad.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. Build, compete, recover.

    Source: General field hockey reference · recall

  9. Recover, work, sharpen, play.

    Source: General field hockey reference · recall

  10. Fitness work comes before the league starts.

    Source: General field hockey reference · applied

Test 8Match-day preparationTake a test

  1. Drills sit with running and stretching in the physical part.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  2. Older children can also prepare mentally.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  3. Preparation is part of the match.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  4. Young children warm up by playing.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  5. Imagining the game prepares the mind.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  6. Information helps the plan.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  7. Very young players simply play with the ball.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. Talk, body, ball, mind.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  9. From easy to fast.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  10. Mental preparation is part of match day.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · applied

Test 9Evaluating a sessionTake a test

  1. Evaluation measures the session.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  2. Players' answers show what stuck.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  3. Positive reflection builds confidence.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  4. It checks the session's intensity.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  5. Progress shows only over many sessions.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  6. Notes link one session to the next.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  7. Asking players is the simplest check.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  8. Learning, positives, effort.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  9. Do, ask, note, adjust.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  10. Asking players is part of evaluation.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · applied

Test 10Simple organisationTake a test

  1. Simple set-ups give maximum activity.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  2. Lines already on the field save time.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  3. More touches mean more learning.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  4. Shared jobs build responsibility.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  5. Everyone must see and hear the coach.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  6. Glare and distractions break attention.

    Source: General field hockey reference · recall

  7. Prepared areas save time.

    Source: General field hockey reference · recall

  8. Plan, area, kit, people.

    Source: General field hockey reference · recall

  9. Everyone helps put things away.

    Source: KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · recall

  10. A good position keeps attention on the coach.

    Source: General field hockey reference · 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).

  • KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide88
  • General field hockey reference12