Summer 2019 Welcome to Torrey Field Hockey! My name is Krista Jackson and I have the pleasure of coaching my third field hockey season at LJCDS as the program enters its fourth season! Field hockey is a FUN, high-paced sport that has similarities to both soccer and lacrosse. ​ ​ As a fall sport, it’s a great way to meet new friends (before school even starts) and help prepare your fitness for winter or spring sports. Players of all levels are welcome- you do not need to have field hockey experience to join the team. We are looking for team players who are willing to work hard, bring a positive attitude, grow a new sport, and have a whole lot of fun! Preseason practices start Monday August 5th on the baseball outfield. ​ ​ Week 1 (8/5 - 8/9) 3:30-5:30pm for NEW players, 4:00-6:00pm for RETURNING players Week 2 (8/12 - 8/16) 3:30-6:00pm for ALL players *Friday 8/16- 9:00am Beach practice at La Jolla Shores (ALL) Monday 8/19 8:30am-11am for ALL players First day of school 8/20- Practice 3:30-5:30pm **School day practices- 3:30-5:30pm Equipment Equipment can be purchased in stores at Dick’s Sporting Goods or Play It Again ​ Sports, or online at www.longstreth.com or www.harrowsports.com. Each player needs to ​ ​ ​ ​ provide all of the following gear: 1. Field hockey stick 2. Shin guards (non-soccer) 3. Goggles 4. Mouthguard (colored) 5. Cleats/turf shoes 6. Running shoes 7. Water Bottle Summer Camps To prepare for the field hockey season, I strongly encourage girls to ​ participate in summer camps or clinics. Myto Field Hockey Camp (July 30-Aug 1)- Host at University City High ​ School https://www.mytofieldhockey.com/page/show/4529709-registrations Poway Mystix (July 5-7)- Hosted at 4S Ranch Sports Complex ​ https://powaymystix.com/summer-camp-2019/ Nike Field Hockey Camp (July 11-14)- Hosted at USD ​ https://www.ussportscamps.com/fieldhockey/nike/university-of-san-diego-nike-field-hockey- camp Nike Field Hockey Camp (June 21-23)- Hosted at Pepperdine ​ University https://www.ussportscamps.com/fieldhockey/nike/california/malibu Revolution Camp (July 8-11)- Hosted at San Diego State, overnight or day option ​ https://www.fhcamps.com/fh-camps/university-of-san-diego-field-hockey-camp/ Coastal Clash- Hosted at La Jolla High School ​ http://www.coastalclash.com/summer-field-hockey-camps / If you are not able to attend any camps, I suggest watching field hockey Youtube videos- there are a lot of great videos that can help get you started with basic skills. Also, build your fitness conditioning by running, doing agilities, sprints, plyometric exercises, strength conditioning, etc. LJCDS’s Athletic Performance Camp led by Coach Reaume is an excellent way to ​ ​ prepare for our fall season. The class runs 2 hours per day, 4 days per week, June 17-July 26 and is free for LJCD students. Contact Coach Reaume at [email protected] with any ​ ​ questions. If you have any questions or wish to play field hockey this fall, please send your name and grade to [email protected]. I look forward to seeing you in August! ​ ​ Krista Jackson LJCDS Head Field Hockey Coach [email protected] or (858)531-8392 .