Glen Ridge Athletic Association Field Hockey - Commissioner Lynne Vande Stouwe
Fall 2024 Registration Is Open!
Join GRAA Field Hockey for the Fall 2024 season! Build hockey skills, learn basic field strategy, work cooperatively with teammates, and have fun!
New players are welcome at all age levels. All genders.
Season begins the first week of school (September 2nd) and runs through the end of October, with potential for further playoff games for 7th-8th grades.
Uniforms are included in the program cost. See GRAA Field Hockey website for equipment guidelines.
Registration closes Wednesday, June 26th. $50 late fee applies after that date.
1st-2nd Grade
$65
1 clinic per week. Saturday 2-3 p.m. at George Washington Field.
3rd-4th Grade
$175
Practices: 1 per week. Saturday 3-4:30 p.m. at Glenfield Park turf.
Games: 1 per week on Sunday. 50-minute, 7v7, half-field games. 8 total–4 away and 4 home at George Washington Field. Times TBD. Opponents vary but typically within a 20-45 minute drive for away games.
5th-6th Grade
$175
Practices: 2x per week. Saturday 3-4:30 p.m. at George Washington Field. Monday 5-6:30 p.m. at Glenfield Park turf.
Games: 1 per week on Sunday. 60 min, 11v11, full-field games. 8 total–4 away and 4 home at George Washington Field. Times TBD. Opponents vary but typically within a 20-45 minute drive for away games.
7th-8th Grade
$185
Practices: 3x per week. Saturday 4:30-6 p.m. at George Washington Field. Monday 6:30-8 p.m. at Glenfield Park turf. Wednesday 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Centercourt Montclair (skips Oct 2nd.)
Games: 1 per week on Sunday. 60 min, 11v11, full-field games. 8 total–4 away and 4 home at George Washington Field. Times TBD. Opponents vary but typically within a 20-45 minute drive for away games. Potential playoffs to follow regular season for teams ranked highly within the league.
Registration closes Wednesday, June 26th. $50 late fee applies after that date.
GRAA Field Hockey is seeking two new board members for the Fall 2024 season and beyond. More details
Future Ridgers Field Hockey Camp
August 15, 16 & 17
3-6PM
At George Washington Field
Grades 3-8
Get ready for the fall season and support the GRHS Field Hockey team! Learn field hockey techniques and skills from high school & former collegiate players.
Fall 2024 Equipment Requirements
Longstreth is a field hockey player’s best friend! Located in Pennsylvania, this specialty store offers lightning quick shipping to us here in Glen Ridge – standard shipping often arrives the next day for in-stock items. Their product selection is unbeatable. Please use the code “STARTER20” for a 20% discount from any of the items in their “beginner” collections.
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Stick: 100% fiberglass or wood sticks are best for beginner players. These have a low power level, which gives players maximum control as they master the fundamentals. Longstreth has a guide to choosing the correct stick type and length for your playing ability.
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Shin Guards: any type are permissible, but field hockey shin guards are designed provide better ankle protection (think about the ball bouncing around at your ankle bones!)
The Gray’s Starter Pack is a good combo deal for these items – plus you get a stick bag!
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Protective Goggles: though not mandated at the high school or club level, goggles are a requirement for GRAA players. If you have a pair from lacrosse, they are fine, or you can purchase specific field hockey goggles.
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Gloves: field hockey gloves are required for 7/8th players and recommended for younger players who are moving towards intermediate & advanced defensive skills. You can wear only on your right hand or on both.
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Mouth Guard: molded mouth guards are required for all players, including goal keepers.
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Turf Shoes: turf shoes or regular athletic sneakers are best for playing on artificial turf surfaces. Please do not wear your soccer or lacrosse cleats–it is dangerous for the player and damaging to the fields.
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Join GRAA Field Hockey for the Fall 2024 season! Build hockey skills, learn basic field strategy, work cooperatively with teammates, and have fun! New players are welcome at all age levels. All genders. REGISTER HERE Season begins the first week of school (September 2nd) and runs through the end of October, with potential for further playoff games for 7th-8th grades. Uniforms are…
GRAA Field Hockey is seeking two new board members for the Fall 2024 season and beyond. Incoming members will join existing Commissioner Lynn Vande Stouwe and board members Julie Mascari and Meghan Dineen in administering the 1st thru 8th grade rec program, which serves 140+ athletes of all skill levels. No field hockey skills or playing experience are…
Lynn Vande Stouwe
GRAA Field Hockey Commissioner
