MAX Field Hockey Presents:

The 2021 National Player Combine

Prove it on the Field at The Proving Grounds

-Learn from some of the top coaches in the nation-
-Play with and against some of the top field hockey players in your class-
-Demonstrate your athleticism and skills to play at the next level-
-Receive a complete evaluation and highlight video of your play-

3 Weekends (athletes attend 1 weekend)
July 24-25: Class of 2023 & 2024/2025
July 31-August 1: Class of 2023 & 2022
August 7-8: Class of 2024 & 2025

*Physiology Evaluation*
*Hockey Skills*
*Small Group Play*
*Full Field 11v11 Play*
**Highlight Video Included**

The 2021 National Player Combine (NPC) is a brand new elite event designed to allow top field hockey players in the classes of 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 to demonstrate all aspects of their athleticism, skills, and talent on the field.  Individuals will learn and be evaluated by class through 5 sessions that include physiology, field hockey skills, small group play, and full field 11v11 play. The NPC standardized testing and evaluation curriculum will be developed and implemented by the highest level individuals in the sport.  Upon completion of the combine, athletes will receive a comprehensive player evaluation highlighting areas of strength and suggested improvements.  Athletes will also receive a highlight video of their personal play throughout the weekend (included in the fee!) and access to all additional video footage to download if desired.

Cost: $575
Includes: Reversible numbered jersey, comprehensive player evaluation highlighting areas of strength and suggested improvements, personalized highlight video, and access to all downloadable video footage from the weekend.

Refund Policy: The National Player Combine does not offer refunds for any reason, with the exception of a player’s injury or illness.  A refund (minus a $50 administrative fee) will only be considered with a certified doctor’s letter submitted prior to the event.

Optional/Additional Practice Testing Session: $60 [SIGN UP HERE!]
The Friday before each combine begins, we will offer an optional/additional open practice testing session from 2pm-5pm (tentative time).  Come and do a run-through of the physiology testing and skills testing stations and get familiar with the water-based turf surface.

Important Note: Players do not have to participate in a National Player Combine to be selected to MAX Field Hockey’s Player Rankings nor does participating in a National Player Combine guarantee any inclusion in MAX Field Hockey’s Player Rankings.

DIRECTORS & COACHING STAFF

The NPC coaching staff will include the highest level collegiate (pending the lifting of the dead period) and national level coaches.

FIELD HOCKEY DIRECTOR

JARRED MARTIN
Head Coach, Ohio State University
U21 Women’s National Team Head Coach
USA Field Hockey Men’s National Team Member (2000-2012)

GOALKEEPING DIRECTOR

BARB WEINBERG
Head Coach, University of Massachusetts
Junior National Team Goalkeeper Coach
USA Field Hockey Women’s National Team Goalkeeper (2005-2010)

PHYSIOLOGY DIRECTOR

KYLE MCMINN
M.S., SCCC, CSCS, ATC
Director of Strength & Conditioning, USA Field Hockey Women’s National Team

KAYLA BASHORE
Head Coach, Indiana University
USA Women’s National Team (2006-2013)
2008 & 2012 Olympian (175 international caps)
2x All-American, 4x All-Big Ten, 2005 Big Ten Player of the Year

PIETIE COETZEE-TURNER
Assistant Coach, University of Massachusetts
South Africa Women’s National Team (1995-2014)
2000, 2004 & 2012 Olympian (289 international caps)
Current female World-Record holder for most international goals (287)

RACHEL DAWSON
2019-2020 USA Women’s National Development Team Coach
USA Women’s National Team (2005-2016)
2008, 2012 & 2016 Olympian (298 international caps)
2007 Honda Award Winner, #9 jersey retired at UNC

KELLY DOTON
Head Coach, Boston College (2019 ACC Coach of the Year)
2020 USA Field Hockey National Coach of the Year
USA Women’s National Team, 2005-2010 (2008 Olympian)
2003 Honda Award Winner & 2x National Champion, Wake Forest University

LOCATION

The Proving Grounds is located in the heart of field hockey, just outside Philadelphia.  It is 40 minutes from the Philadelphia Airport, easily accessible from various major highways.  There are numerous hotels, restaurants, and activities within minutes of the facility.

FORMAT & SCHEDULE

The player combine is a total of 5 sessions- 3 on Saturday and 2 on Sunday.  Sessions include physiology, field hockey skills, small group play, and 11v11 full field game play.  We will share more detail about the exact curriculum with registered athletes prior to the event.

COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION

Upon completion of the combine, athletes will receive a comprehensive player evaluation highlighting areas of strength and suggested improvements.  All physiology data, ratings, and feedback will also be included.  Individuals may choose to share this information or keep it for their personal use.

PLAYER VIDEO

All athletes will receive a personal highlight video of their play from the weekend.  This highlight video is included in the combine fee!  You do not have to pay extra.  Athletes will also have access to download all footage from the weekend if they wish to view additional footage and/or create their own video.

REGISTERED ATHLETES

Once athletes have registered and paid, they will be added to the following registered athlete list.