Elite Preseason Prep & Talent ID Clinic
EVO x UMass Field Hockey
3-4 August 2024
World-class field hockey training camp, developing technical skills with EVO Hockey and working closely with the D1 coaching team at University of Massachusetts (UMass)
Meet Your Head Coaches
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Barb Weinberg
Head Coach, UMass Field Hockey
Former USA international goalie
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Chris Bown
EVO co-founder
Euro Hockey League bronze medal coach
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Simon van de Loo
Asst. Coach, UMass Field Hockey
Former Asst Coach, HC Den Bosch (Dutch top division)
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Omar Shibli
EVO co-founder
England National League Championship Coach
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Holly Turbill
Asst. Coach, UMass Field Hockey
England Schools National Title Champion Coach
Camp Information
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At EVO, creating better players is our core function. Whether you want to impress at a showcase, play at an elite level, or simply fulfil your hockey potential, we believe developing players is the best way to achieve your field hockey goals.
EVO takes world-class technical training concepts, developed through working with the world’s top players and coaches, and makes them accessible to youth players of all abilities.
Our innovative techniques have seen us featured by the International Hockey Federation. We are the trusted partners of multiple clubs, schools and institutions in the UK, South Africa and the USA.
With us, your players will develop in sport, improve their skills and learn from some of the best around.
Join us!
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3-4 August 2024
10am-4pm each day
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UMass Gladchuck Field Hockey Complex, Stadium Drive, Amherst, MA 01002, United States
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Open to any and all athletes, Outfielders and Goalkeepers 13-18 years old. All genders welcome (training and matches will be mixed)
Classes of 25, 26, 27 and 28
A technical program for players looking to advance
Particularly suited to experienced youth players looking to build their skills in a performance orientated environment, working with top European and D1 coaches
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Each day is split into 2 x 2.5 hour training blocks, with a break in between, during which players are provided a catered lunch at UMass facilities
Day 1 -
“World-class basics” - technical fundamentals - ball-carry, eliminations, dynamic passing & receiving, eyes up play, goalscoring
Small-sided gameplay
7v7 & 11v11, developing tactical objectives
Day 2 -
Advanced technical skills - reverse stick hit, PCA skills, 3D skill development, aerials, dragflicking
Small-sided gameplay
Video analysis of Day 1 matchplay
7v7 & 11v11, building on Day 1 concepts
EVO reserves the right to alter the camp program
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Outfielders must bring a hockey stick, gum shield, shinpads
Goalies must bring a full goalkeeper kit to all sessions
All players must bring snacks and water bottles. UMass catered lunches on both days are provided for all participants
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Although we cannot offer refunds, we can sometimes offer you a credit for a future date. No-shows cannot be credited after the event. See our Cancellations & Returns policy for more information.
Testimonials
Performance Camp Experience
High performance technical, tactical, individual and group training, with top EVO performance and D1 coaches
Technical masterclasses on key skill areas identified during camp
Competitive gameplay - small-sided, 7v7 and 11v11 matchplay
Tactical concept development & video analysis
Player game footage accessible to players post-camp - all your touches from the 11v11, tagged for you by us
(For GKs) Daily specialist technical goalie training, alongside your squad-based training
Program designed with sport psychology input to maximise player development