The Official Website of the Michigan State Chapter of USA Field Hockey

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Welcome to the Michigan State Chapter of USA Field Hockey.  This chapter is a place for USA Field Hockey Members in Michigan to enjoy their love of the game and find opportunities to train and play. 

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Youth

Youth

Michigan offers many programs for beginners, including clinics, recreational & educational programs, school leagues and club/travel teams for year-round competition.
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High School

High School Age

High school field hockey in Michigan is expanding, with school teams, recreational programs, and U-19 travel clubs available.
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College

Collegiate

There are multiple colleges and universities in Michigan that play field hockey in both the NCAA and NFHL. You can play or catch an exciting game.
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Adult & Masters

Adult & Masters

Michigan offers adult field hockey through various programs, leagues and clinics. You can find a place to play, coach or umpire in Michigan!
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Why Become a USA Field Hockey Member?

Become a USA Field Hockey Member

Becoming a USA Field Hockey Member automatically connects you with your State Chapter, giving you access to a supportive community focused on developing and growing the game at every level.

As a member, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits designed to help you learn, train, save and enjoy more field hockey! Whether you’re looking for educational resources, training opportunities, or simply more chances to get on the field, your membership opens doors.

Plus, you’ll be part of a passionate grassroots movement driving the future of field hockey across the country.

Ready to elevate your game and join the excitement? Become a member today!

Athletes: Why Connect with Your State Chapter?

Many field hockey players in the United States play only in high school—and many don’t realize how many more opportunities exist beyond their school season.

USA Field Hockey’s State Chapters are your local gateway to connecting with field hockey. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, meet new teammates, get recruited, try new formats of the game, or simply play more, your State Chapter offers clinics, tournaments, training programs, and events designed for players like you.

These resources are supported by USA Field Hockey, which means they’re led by trained coaches, insured, and eligible for national team pathways. Best of all? You don’t need to leave your community to get started.

Already a member? Great. Not a member yet? Your State Chapter is the perfect place to begin.

As a member you can access all USA Field Hockey Member Benefits!

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Parents & Fans

Behind every field hockey player is a dedicated parent making it all possible—driving to practices, covering fees, and cheering from the sidelines. But the most impactful support doesn’t always come from the loudest voice in the stands—it comes from understanding the journey your athlete is on.

What does it mean to be a supportive parent?
 It means learning the game so you can appreciate the rules, the calls, and the strategy—not just the score. It means creating space for your athlete to grow, make mistakes, and love the sport on their terms.

Through your State Chapter and USA Field Hockey, you can access tools and content designed for parents and fans:

  • Rule and game education so you can enjoy matches with confidence.
  • Nutrition and wellness resources to fuel your athlete the right way.
  • Development-focused programming that puts joy and learning ahead of pressure and perfection.

Let’s work together to create an environment where your child feels empowered to compete, to learn, and to thrive—on and off the field.

Umpires

Umpires: Start Where You Are. Grow as Far as You Want.

Whether you’re just picking up the whistle for a local middle school game or officiating high school tournaments, you’re already playing a vital role in growing field hockey.

USA Field Hockey’s umpire membership is designed to support you at every level. We offer top-notch training, on-demand education, mentorship, and nationwide insurance coverage—no matter where or for whom you’re officiating. That means you’re covered and supported whether it’s a USA Field Hockey event or a local scrimmage. State Chapters are the perfect place to begin and get hooked into the local field hockey umpiring community.

As a member, you’ll have access to:

  • Online and in-person training and certification opportunities
  • National rating and evaluation system, and support on how to advance, if advancing is in your game plan
  • A network of experienced officials and ongoing development resources

Some of our umpires go on to national and international events. Others simply love giving back to the game and staying involved. There’s a place for both—and everything in between.

Join our community. Stay protected. Keep growing.

Coaches

From first-time volunteers to elite national staff, coaches are the backbone of field hockey in the United States—and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

USA Field Hockey offers one of the most robust coach development programs in the country, with a focus on education, safety, and access to tools that make coaching easier and more effective. Whether you’re leading a grassroots team or guiding high-performance athletes, we treat your role with the same level of importance.

As a coach member, you have  access to:

  • In the Circle, our coaching resource app with:
    • Practice plan builders
    • Beginner coaching guides
    • Skill development videos
    • Fresh content added year-round
  • The USA Way: best practices for developing successful athletes in the USA Field Hockey way utilizing the American Development Model (ADM)
  • In-person and online certification courses from Level 1 to Level 4
  • Offer National Summits and other workshops and trainings both in-person and online

Great coaches shape great experiences. Join a national network committed to helping you grow and giving your players the best possible foundation.

Clubs: Fueling Growth, Together

USA Field Hockey’s Member Clubs are the heart of our sport—developing athletes, building teams, and sustaining the competitive ecosystem from youth to elite. We are committed to supporting our clubs and expanding their reach.

State Chapters are not competition—they’re connection. They bring new athletes, families, and schools into the field hockey community, many of whom have never played outside of a short school season. These athletes represent real growth opportunities for clubs.

As a club, get involved with your State Chapter and you can:

  • Coach or lead Discover Field Hockey events hosted by your State Chapter to meet and inspire new athletes
  • Offer training clinics through the State Chapter to high school and middle school players not yet part of a club
  • Build trust in your local community by helping shape a welcoming, developmental-first culture for new players

USA Field Hockey recognizes our clubs as foundational to the sport’s success. When State Chapters and clubs collaborate, everyone wins—especially the athletes.

Let’s grow the game, together.

Educators, PE & MSO

Educators, Physical Education Teachers & Multi-Sport Organization Leaders: You Are the Game Changers

You may not call yourself a coach—but you are often the first person to put a stick in a young player’s hands.

Physical education teachers, school organizers and MSO program leaders are at the front lines of growing field hockey. Through USA Field Hockey’s State Chapters, you can access easy-to-use tools and resources that make introducing the sport fun, accessible, and impactful for students of all ages.

We offer:

  • Field Hockey PE Curriculum aligned with national standards
  • Practice plans designed for large groups and school settings
  • GO Cards and GO Balls for simple, safe, equipment-light play
  • Low-cost Discover Field Hockey kits and bundles with sticks and balls of various types for play on gym floor or outdoor fields.
  • Opportunities to host or attend local training clinics and school-based events

State Chapters are your local partner—whether you’re teaching PE, leading an after-school program, or organizing a middle school league. You don’t need to be an expert; you just need a willingness to share the game.

Together, we can build the foundation of field hockey—one gym class, recess, or lesson at a time.

Local Leaders & Volunteers

For Local Leaders & Volunteers: Field Hockey Needs You

Behind every successful State Chapter is a team of passionate volunteers—people just like you—who believe in the power of sport to bring communities together and shape young lives.

Whether you’re a parent, coach, organizer, or simply someone who wants to make a difference, there’s a place for you in USA Field Hockey’s grassroots movement.

We need:

  • Leaders to help guide State Chapter growth and outreach
  • Volunteer coaches for recreational and educational programs
  • Organizers to plan local games, clinics, and events
  • Supporters who want to help more kids discover the game

No field hockey experience? No problem. USA Field Hockey provides training, resources, and a national network to help you succeed.

Your time, energy, and voice can spark a love for the game that lasts a lifetime. Help your State Chapter build something bigger—one stick, one child, and one community at a time.

Donors & Sponsors: Invest in the Future of Field Hockey

USA Field Hockey’s State Chapters are where access begins, inclusion grows, and the love of the game takes root. But to make these programs thrive, we need partners who believe in more than just competition—we need champions for community.

Your support fuels:

  • Youth development programs that reach underserved areas
  • Free and low-cost clinics for first-time players, new coaches and umpires
  • Equipment grants and school initiatives that introduce the game in PE classes & MSO
  • Local events and leagues that provide year-round access to play

Sponsors receive recognition at the grassroots level, connecting directly with families, schools, and growing communities of athletes. Donors help ensure every child, regardless of zip code or income, can pick up a stick and belong.

Together, we can grow the game—and make sure no one gets left on the sidelines.

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