SPRING SEASON

Explore this page to learn more about spring field hockey and discover what SWS has to offer throughout the season, including our program structure, training environment, and player development opportunities.

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ABOUT

    • Outdoor Field Hockey Stick

    • Mouthguard

    • Shinguards

    • Corner Mask

    • Turf Shoes: Athletic shoes with small rubber studs on the bottom designed to provide traction and stability on turf and synthetic surfaces (please note that most venues do not allow traditional cleats on turf)

    • SWS Pinnie: Available on SWS Uniform Store at the beginning of each season

  • Spring field hockey is played in a 7v7 format (6 field players + goalkeeper).

    Our High Performance Program runs alongside the spring season and uses the traditional 11v11 outdoor format.

  • 7v7 field hockey follows the same rules as traditional 11v11 field hockey.

    Our coaches place a strong emphasis on understanding the rules of the game, helping athletes make smarter decisions and play more effectively in game situations.

WHY PLAY SPRING FIELD HOCKEY?

Spring field hockey provides athletes with an opportunity to continue developing their skills in a competitive environment outside of the traditional fall season.

With opportunities in both 7v7 and 11v11 formats, playing spring field hockey helps athletes strengthen technical skills, improve field awareness, and develop a better understanding of outdoor game concepts.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The spring season runs from March to June.

    Teams practice twice per week for 1.5-2 hours. Schedules may vary around spring break.

    Teams will participate in 3-5 tournaments throughout the season at local and national events.

  • Tryouts for the spring 7v7 season are held in February/March.

    The 11v11 High Performance Program is invitation-only, with players selected directly by the coaching staff.

    Follow us on Instagram for the latest tryout announcements and updates.

  • Practice locations vary by team/age level. Here are our current practice locations for winter indoor:

    • Marlton Field House (Marlton, NJ)

    • HotWheelz (Cherry Hill, NJ)

    • The Rink (Edgewater Park, NJ)

  • Each team is led by a dedicated coach who remains with them for the full season.

    Our coaches take a whole-athlete approach, developing technical skills, game IQ, mentality, and confidence both on and off the field.

    Visit our About Us page to learn more about our coaching staff, experience, and approach to player development.

  • Local tournaments are typically within a two-hour travel radius. These tournaments are usually one-day events. In past seasons, we have attended local events at…

    • WSFS Bank Sportsplex (Chester, PA)

    • United Sports (Downingtown, PA)

    • College-Hosted Tournaments (FDU, St. Joe’s, Montclair, UD, UMD)

    National tournaments/showcases are larger-scale events that involve more travel. These tournaments can sometimes include overnight stays. Past national events that we have attended include…

    • Shooting Star Easter

    • Shooting Star Jamboree

    • East Coast Turf Cup