How To: Tackle in a game of field hockey

How to Tackle in a game of field hockey

Tackling in field hockey is essential to having a strong defense, and there are subtleties that a defender must know when attempting to tackle without being penalized. Learn how to tackle in field hockey in this video tutorial.

Take Action:

Tackle opponent & lead them away.
Jab at ball to distract opponent.
Lead opponent away from goal.

Samuel Roberts is the founder and president of the Orlando, FL Central Florida Field Hockey Association. He loves the game and looks forward to spreading the word on the great game of field hockey.