***Announcement***
There will be an athlete-only awards ceremony on Wednesday, 10/5 from 4:15-5:30, all athletes are encouraged to come. 
There will be snacks provided, any donations will be greatly appreciated!

***PLAYOFF INFORMATION***

The SHMS Field Hockey team has earned the #3 seed in the county playoffs, and will host the first round of the playoffs at Heim on Wednesday, 9/28 against Drew Middle. The start time is still 5:15.

Congratulations to the following athletes for making the SHMS 2022 Field Hockey Team! 

Emily Barton
Peyton Beamon
Lily Brunner
Ellie Commerford
Maddie Dolan
Rylee Faircloth
Alli Gryder
Ace Headson
Aubrey Jackson
Camryn Mathers
Sophie Puentes
Aliya Ramos
Amaryllis Robertson
Seaaira Sider
Katelyn Strom
Izzy Welborn
Taylor Yonts
Lourdes Zaragoza 

Team members will need to be on the lookout for the following equipment: FH Stick, Shin Guards, Mouth Guard (not clear), Cleats (optional), Tall White Socks, Tall Orange Socks

Use the following links for helpful tips on improving your skills!
 Basic Rules of Field Hockey
Basic Skills of Field Hockey
FH Penalty Corner Examples

Please email Coach Smith at smithsk1@staffordschools.net or Coach Piston at pistonam@staffordschools.net with any questions

2022 SHMS FH Schedule:
 

• Wednesday, 8/31 - HOME vs Rodney Thompson
• Wednesday, 9/7 - HOME vs Gayle
• Wednesday, 9/14 - AWAY @ Dixon-Smith
• Monday, 9/19 - HOME vs A.G. Wright
• Wednesday, 9/21 - HOME vs Stafford Middle
• Friday, 9/23 - AWAY @ Drew ***Make-up game***
• Monday, 9/26 - AWAY @ HH Poole ***Make-up game***
• Wednesday, 9/28   - Playoff Game 1 HOME vs Drew 
• Friday, 9/30   - Playoff Game 2 (TBD)
• Wednesday, 10/5 - Championship Game (TBD)

Games will start at 5:15, starting with the "A" game to be followed by the "B" game. Games are $3 for all spectators.
Athletes may ride home from away games with a parent (they need to be signed out) or they may ride the bus back to SHMS.