Field Hockey · Niveau 2 : Élémentaire · Sous-niveau 2.4
Tackling and Defending
10 tests · 98 faits · mis à jour le 30 octobre 2026 · markdown
The channel position, the guide's tackles step by step (two-hand and one-hand block, jab, stealing, interceptions), closing down, patience, defending one against one and the basic rules of team defending.
Chaque test ci-dessous compte dix questions sur Insporta. La liste sous un test indique ce que les questions vérifient : un fait par question, avec la source dont il est tiré. Lisez-la avant le test, ou revenez-y après une mauvaise réponse.
Test 1The channel positionFaire un test
The left foot is in front of the right: the channel position.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle · restitution
Weight on the balls of the feet, on the toes.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle · restitution
The tackler positions the body so the ball carrier goes where the tackler wants.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
Showing the attacker wide keeps them away from goal.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Moving into the ball carrier's line so they must change course or take on the tackler.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
Side-on lets the defender run alongside without turning.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
A low stick is ready to block the ball's path.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · restitution
Feet, weight, body, stick.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle · restitution
Position, stance, steer, win.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Side-on, left foot forward, stick low: channel position.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle · application
Test 2The two-hand block tackleFaire un test
The stick is almost flat on the ground with both hands on it.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle · restitution
When the tackle is made, the weight shifts to the front foot.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle · restitution
A strong grip helps get the ball away from the opponent.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle · restitution
You can use any part of the front side of the stick.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle · restitution
Block tackle: open face of the stick, both hands on it.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
Stronger when both hands are on the stick.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · restitution
A strong, low body position.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle · restitution
Stance, stick, block, drive through.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle · restitution
Two hands keep the stick close; one hand reaches further; the jab further still.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Flat stick, two hands: the two-hand block.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle · application
Test 3The one-hand block tackleFaire un test
In the one-hand block, only the left hand holds the stick, firmly.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, One-hand block tackle · restitution
Left foot forward, weight on both feet.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, One-hand block tackle · restitution
The left hand is pushed close to the ground; the stick is virtually flat.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, One-hand block tackle · restitution
The ball is defended with the entire stick.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, One-hand block tackle · restitution
The first step of the left foot shifts the weight forward.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, One-hand block tackle · restitution
One hand reaches further across.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Maintain a strong body position when moving away from the opponent.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, One-hand block tackle · restitution
Set, reach, block, go.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, One-hand block tackle · restitution
One hand to tackle, two hands to carry.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Interception tackle · application
One hand on the stick, laid low: the one-hand version of the block.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, One-hand block tackle · application
Test 4The jab in detailFaire un test
For the jab, the left hand takes the top and gives the stick a quarter turn.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab · restitution
The stick is held at a 45-degree angle directed at the ball.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab · restitution
The left hand is close to the body.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab · restitution
Extend the left arm quickly towards the ball.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab · restitution
The stick can rest in the right hand before the jab.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab · restitution
The ball is within stick range of the defender.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab · restitution
Jab: a left-handed lunge or poke made at the ball.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
Set, aim, extend, win.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab · restitution
Hold, turn, tighten.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab · restitution
Stick angled at the ball, left hand ready to extend: a jab.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab · application
Test 5Stealing the ballFaire un test
The defender runs next to the attacker.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Stealing the ball · restitution
The defender places the stick between ball and attacker's stick.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Stealing the ball · restitution
Using a wrist action, one quick turn on the front stick.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Stealing the ball · restitution
The stick is held in the right hand at the top.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Stealing the ball · restitution
The ball ends on the front stick side with both hands on the stick.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Stealing the ball · restitution
Running alongside, the defender wins the ball cleanly.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Alongside, in between, turn, secure.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Stealing the ball · restitution
Stealing starts one-handed and finishes with both hands on the stick.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Stealing the ball · restitution
Running alongside and taking it: stealing the ball.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Stealing the ball · application
Test 6InterceptionsFaire un test
The ball is intercepted before reaching the opponent.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
The defender moves early to intercept the pass.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Interception tackle · restitution
Left foot ahead at ball contact.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Interception tackle (left) · restitution
Intercept the ball with the bottom of the stick.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Interception tackle (left) · restitution
For a right-side interception the reverse stick leans forward.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Interception tackle (right) · restitution
The ball gets deflected to the front stick side.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Interception tackle (right) · restitution
The defender accelerates away and adds the right hand to the grip.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Interception tackle (left) · restitution
Read, go, intercept, escape.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Interception tackle (left) · restitution
The earlier, the further from the receiver.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Cutting out a pass before it arrives: an interception.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · application
Test 7Closing downFaire un test
Defenders move towards the ball carrier to restrict space and prepare for a tackle.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
One defender moves behind the confronting defender to give cover.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
Arriving under control stops the attacker going past.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Closing down takes away the most dangerous option.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Restrict space and time.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
The nearest defender pressures the ball; others cover.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
The cover keeps both the ball and the next threat in view.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Basic defensive rules · restitution
Close, slow, set, tackle.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Pressure, cover, last line.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
A second defender behind the first gives cover.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · application
Test 8Patience in the tackleFaire un test
The player that lifts the stick first will lose the ball.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · restitution
Get the ball back when in a favourable tackling position.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · restitution
An early lunge lets the attacker go past.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Keep a low stick and body position.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · restitution
When the ball moves away from the stick, the tackle is on.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Rushed tackles concede fouls or space.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Ready, mirror, wait, win.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · restitution
Patience is safe; lunging is risky.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Dark 4 raised the stick first, so dark 4 will lose the duel.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · application
Test 9Defending 1 v 1Faire un test
Stay between the ball and your goal.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Basic defensive rules · restitution
Defend with the stick close to the ground.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 1 · restitution
Show the attacker where the tackle is strongest.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Feints come from the body; the ball tells the truth.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Get back between the ball and the goal.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
1 versus 1 attack and defence.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan · restitution
Space gives time to react.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Position, approach, steer, win.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide · restitution
Goal-side is best; behind is worst.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Basic defensive rules · restitution
Defenders stay between ball and goal.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Basic defensive rules · application
Test 10Winning the ball back as a teamFaire un test
Closer to ball, closer to goal.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Basic defensive rules · restitution
Have the ball and receiving player in view.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Basic defensive rules · restitution
Feet and shoulders perpendicular to the line of pass keep ball and receiver in view.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Important · restitution
The closer the ball is to the goal, the tighter the marking.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Defending outside the circle · restitution
The defender defends a zone and all passes through it.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
Marking a player by staying close wherever they go.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
A turnover is when the defending team gets the ball.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · restitution
The four basic defensive rules.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Basic defensive rules · restitution
Tight on the ball side, cover on the far side.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Defending outside the circle · restitution
Defenders covering areas: zone marking.
Source : KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary · application
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 Guide20
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Glossary15
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Two-hand block tackle11
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Jab9
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Skill plan8
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, One-hand block tackle8
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Stealing the ball8
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Basic defensive rules7
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Interception tackle (left)4
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Interception tackle2
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Interception tackle (right)2
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Defending outside the circle2
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Phase 11
- KNHB/SAHA Field Hockey Activity Guide, Important1