field player

A field hockey player is allowed to touch the ball only with the stick.

shin guard

Piece of equipment made up of a hard plastic molding that protects the player’s legs.

shoe

Footwear that protects and supports the ankle; flexible plastic studs are attached to its sole to provide good traction.

shorts

Very short pants covering only the top of the thighs; women field hockey players usually wear a pleated skirt.

team shirt

Flexible garment covering the upper body; it features the team emblem and the player’s name and number.

stick

Wooden or composite stick with a rounded side and a flat side, which is used to manipulate and shoot the ball.