Our teams participate in the Mid Jersey Youth Field Hockey League. We play teams from towns in neighboring counties including Somerset, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Morris, and Summit. Games are held weekly and each team will play approximately 8 games.
The program is open to girls in K - 8th grade. No prior experience is required to play at any level.
Teams will be formed based on grade level:
- Mini Stix (Grade K - 1): Clinic-based only (no games)
- 2/4 Little Stix (Grade 2 - 4)
- 5/6 Junior Stix (Grade 5 - 6)
- 7/8 Senior Stix (Grade 7 -8)
Registration
Registration is/will be open during April and May. Registration fee and work bond are due upon registration. Stay tuned for registration announcements
Fees
Mini Stix $75/player (includes t-shirt)
Registration by August 31 or late fee of $25 will be charged
Grades 2-8 $225/player
Registration by May 31st or late fee of $25 will be charged
Work Bond (Grade 2 - 8 only) $175/family
Work Bond - refunded with four hours of work bond service during the season
Practices/Games:
Mini Stix (Grade K - 1) practice on Sunday mornings at Woodfield Park, Mr C East Field in Hillsborough beginning in September
2/4 Little Stix (Grade 2 - 4) practice on Monday and Wednesday from 6-7p at Iron Peak in Hillsborough. Practices are planned to begin Monday, August 21, 2023.
5/6 Junior Stix (Grade 5 - 6) practice on Monday and Wednesday from 6-7:30p at Iron Peak in Hillsborough. Practices are planned to begin Monday, August 21st, 2023.
7/8 Senior Stix (Grade 7 -8) practice on Monday and Wednesday from 7:30-8:30p at Iron Peak in Hillsborough. Practices are planned to begin Monday, August 21st, 2023.
Games for Grades 2-8 are held weekly on Sundays. Typically, teams play four home and four away games. 7/8 Senior Stix players may have the opportunity to play at an end of season playoff tournament.
Coaching Opportunities: Parent volunteers interested in coaching are encouraged and should contact the Program Director. The sport of field hockey will be introduced in a motivating, enthusiastic atmosphere where fundamental skill building will be coupled with strategic game instruction. Practice will include stick work, concept drills, offensive and defensive game strategy, and conditioning. Coaches have varied experience with the sport and include former players, former HHS alumni, current HHS Players, and interested parent volunteers. No experience is required—all are welcome and will be paired with experienced coaches accordingly.
OTHER INFORMATION
Uniforms (Grade 2 - 8): League play requires all girls to wear the same uniform. The purchase is the responsibility of the player's family. Jr. Raiders Girls Lacrosse and Field Hockey use the same uniform. Information about uniform purchases will be provided after registration. The cost is approximately $75.
Required Equipment: Field hockey stick, goggles, shin guards, cleats, and mouth guard (CAN NOT be white, clear. or green). Practice pinnies should be worn to practice and will be provided to new players.
Medical Form: All players are required to have the HILLSBOROUGH JR RAIDERS medical form completed by a physician and on file prior to the start of the season. All players must submit a new form each year.
QUESTIONS: Email hgfh@jrraiders.org
Registration is planned to open by April 1, 2023!
