Showcases & College Events
Choosing the right field hockey college showcases and events is an important part of the college recruiting process. Attending showcases and events can provide not only opportunities for prospective student-athletes to showcase their skills and abilities to college coaches but also learn more about the college recruitment process, and connect with other players and coaches.
Another thing to consider is the early recruiting process for college field hockey, that can be a complex and competitive process. Here are some key factors to consider when choosing the right field hockey college showcases and events:
1. REPUTATION: It's important to choose showcases and events that have a good reputation and are attended by college coaches. Research the reputation of the showcase or event by reading reviews from other players, coaches, and parents. Look for showcases and events that have a track record of success in connecting players with college coaches.
2. LOCATION: Consider the location of the showcase or event and the travel costs associated with attending. Look for showcases and events that are in close proximity to the colleges you are interested in, or that are in a location that is easy and affordable to travel to.
3. LEVEL OF COMPETITION: Consider the level of competition at the showcase or event. Look for showcases and events that attract top-level competition, as this can provide opportunities to compete against and be evaluated by top college coaches.
4. COACHING STAFF: Consider the coaching staff that will be attending the showcase or event. Look for showcases and events that have a diverse group of coaches from different colleges and divisions, as this can provide opportunities to connect with coaches from a variety of programs.
5. FORMAT: Consider the format of the showcase or event. Look for showcases and events that provide opportunities for players to showcase their skills in a variety of formats, such as scrimmages, drills, and game play.
There are some Field hockey showcases, such as Nexus, College Connection, Line Up, Super Sixty, Invasion Field Hockey and Surf & Sand's Field Hockey Showcase, among others. These showcases are events and platforms designed to connect aspiring field hockey players with college coaches and scouts, that provide an opportunity for athletes to showcase their skills, compete against top-level competition, and gain exposure to college programs. Here's some information about each of these showcases:
These showcases can play a valuable role in the college recruitment process for field hockey players. They offer opportunities for athletes to display their skills, receive feedback from coaches, and gain exposure to a wide range of college programs.
Another thing to consider is the early recruiting process for college field hockey, that can be a complex and competitive process. Here are some key factors to consider when choosing the right field hockey college showcases and events:
1. REPUTATION: It's important to choose showcases and events that have a good reputation and are attended by college coaches. Research the reputation of the showcase or event by reading reviews from other players, coaches, and parents. Look for showcases and events that have a track record of success in connecting players with college coaches.
2. LOCATION: Consider the location of the showcase or event and the travel costs associated with attending. Look for showcases and events that are in close proximity to the colleges you are interested in, or that are in a location that is easy and affordable to travel to.
3. LEVEL OF COMPETITION: Consider the level of competition at the showcase or event. Look for showcases and events that attract top-level competition, as this can provide opportunities to compete against and be evaluated by top college coaches.
4. COACHING STAFF: Consider the coaching staff that will be attending the showcase or event. Look for showcases and events that have a diverse group of coaches from different colleges and divisions, as this can provide opportunities to connect with coaches from a variety of programs.
5. FORMAT: Consider the format of the showcase or event. Look for showcases and events that provide opportunities for players to showcase their skills in a variety of formats, such as scrimmages, drills, and game play.
There are some Field hockey showcases, such as Nexus, College Connection, Line Up, Super Sixty, Invasion Field Hockey and Surf & Sand's Field Hockey Showcase, among others. These showcases are events and platforms designed to connect aspiring field hockey players with college coaches and scouts, that provide an opportunity for athletes to showcase their skills, compete against top-level competition, and gain exposure to college programs. Here's some information about each of these showcases:
- Nexus: "Nexus is designed to connect players to coaches - and players to players. Nexus is focused on providing a fun, challenging, competitive experience within the long-term athlete development process. Through both technical and tactical exercises, nexus will help guide each player toward his/her own pathway of success. Nexus is USA Field Hockey’s Olympic Development Pathway Program, designed to help players take their game to the next level and develop the next Team USA Olympians. Nexus is an evolution of USA Field Hockey’s former Futures program, open to boys and girls ages 11 to 19 who are committed to their development and serious about improving their understanding of the game and working on individual and team skills and tactics. Whether a field player or goalkeeper, the concepts and principles presented in Nexus will support all athletes to reach their goals. Nexus connects players with experienced coaches who are trained in "The USA Way", the framework that guides USA Field Hockey’s vision for athlete development and the game of field hockey across the country. Nexus coaches will help players master the skills and tactics crucial for long-term development and success, teaching principles of play that will remain consistent throughout the pathway. This unique program will create and build friendships, establishing a field hockey network, with connections that can last a lifetime" https://www.teamusa.org/usa-field-hockey/nexusCollege
- College Connection: "College Connection is a nationally leading showcase hosted at different colleges throughout the country. College Connection was the first to make Video Recruiting a reality for athletes and collegiate coaches. Today, in addition to on-site recruiting, our virtual recruiting technology allows athletes to use our event video, affordably and effectively to be seen and evaluated by every college coach. Providing more opportunity and visibility for many more athletes: we connect athletes to coaches". https://collegeconnectionathletics.com/showcases
- Line Up: "The ultimate impact for athletes is that they can be sure they've been provided an equitable opportunity with direct on-field training with the coaches that matter to them. By bringing together top collegiate programs to one place, on one day, the LineUP provides athletes with an efficient and cost-effective method to train with multiple coaches - with coaches they select. The LineUP also provides athletes with more of what coaches call quality "touch-points" - or frequency in how many times a coach actually sees an athlete. The LineUP provides very real and effective exposure. Athletes have the opportunity to choose the coaches they want to work with, while participating in intimate, small-group clinics, at off-campus venues. The LineUP is a cooperative of NCAA coaches working together to identify and connect with USA field hockey talent. Because athletes choose the coaches they want to work with, while participating in small-group clinics, coaches know the athletes they work with have more than a passing interest in their program. What they can accomplish in one day at the LineUP would sometimes take them months of time and research". https://lineupfh.com
- Super Sixty: "The Super Sixty Collegiate Development Camps were born in response to a need for an efficient and effective arena to both educate players about the NCAA hockey recruiting process and initiate contacts between players and coaches. NCAA coaches run all practice sessions and games and host daily seminars. With our events ranging from 32 to 44 NCAA coaches in each camp, the Super Sixty offers the best opportunity for you to maximize connections with the result of finding the right match for your college career". http://www.supersixtycamps.com
- Surf & Sand's Field Hockey Showcase: "Surf & Sand's Field Hockey Showcase was created to give participants the opportunity to become better athletes, compete at a high level and gain exposure to college coaches while taking advantage of great summer weather in a great summer location. The Surf & Sand showcase seeks to provide high school athletes the opportunity to further enhance their field hockey skills with instruction provided coaches and display their talents". https://www.surfandsandfieldhockey.com/copy-of-2021-spring-college-showcase
- Invasion Field Hockey: "This camp is designed for athletes entering grade 7 and beyond who are considering playing field hockey in college. Coaches from several universities will be on staff instructing campers in various techniques and tactics. Campers are placed in small groups based on age and ability and receive specific position-related instruction. The campers will have ample opportunity to exhibit their new skills in game situations. Specialized Goalkeeper training available." https://www.invasionfieldhockey.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1024325
These showcases can play a valuable role in the college recruitment process for field hockey players. They offer opportunities for athletes to display their skills, receive feedback from coaches, and gain exposure to a wide range of college programs.
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