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Activity of the Month: Field Hockey The game of field hockey is a stick and ball game with origins dating back thousands of years. I

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AGE Today field hockey varies by age, sex and skill group. Most programs are offered to both boys and girls, however age divisions available may vary based on the league.  These organizations are often feeder programs for high school field hockey teams. The youth divisions are normally Under-8, Under-11, Under-15 and Under-19. COMMITMENT The regular Fall season will run from the beginning of September through early November.  Some leagues have a Spring season which will begin in February and end in May. EQUIPMENT  Basic Field Hockey equipment includes a stick, ball, and protective gear.  Players wear shin/ankle guards and mouth guards. In addition, low-cut turf shoes or cleats are necessary so that you have traction on your playing surface.  The goalies wear helmets, chest protectors, leg guards (much like ice hockey goalies), kickers and hand protectors. COST The cost of most programs will run from approximately $40 to $100 depending on the organization and the age group.  USA Field Hockey membership, which is valid for one year, will range from approximately $25 - $40 based on age level. Interesting Field Hockey Information Field Hockey Positions Referee Signals for Field Hockey How to Select a Field Hockey Stick   Click Here for Field Hockey Clipart...

Book of the Month   Football Nightmare (Matt Christopher Sports Fiction) by Matt Christopher Reading level: Ages 9 to 12 Keith Stedman dropped the game-winning, undefeated-record-making pass that would have made him a hero instead of a loser. Still haunted by his gaffe, he's considering quitting football for good. His friends and family convince him to stick with it, but his troubles are far from over. Another player seems determined to do everything he can to keep the bad memory alive in the minds of his teammates-including Keith. Can Keith overcome his own obsession with the past and succeed in the present?

Check This Out Fun Things to do in the Fall with Kids Right on schedule the Fall has arrived and the kids are back in school, the air is crisp and it is a wonderful time to enjoy the outdoors as a family.  Geocaching with Kids Geocaching is basically a high-tech treasure hunt where the adventure seekers are equipped with GPS devices. Geocaching is a great pastime, and a wonderful family event. Benefits of a Child Learning an Instrument Whether your child takes a music appreciation class or actual music lessons, they will benefit a great deal from being exposed to music.  Survival Tips for Taking Kids to the Movie Theater Friends Board Game Night... Friends game night is a great way to entertain your kids friends at your house. Sports/Activity Guideline By Age A list of sports and activities that you can expose your child to at various ages. Ten Reasons your child should participate in dance.... The benefits gained through dance are physical, mental and social.

Movie of the Month Invincible Starring:  Mark Wahlberg, Greg Kinnear, Elizabeth Banks, Kirk Acevedo, Lola Glaudini Director:  Ericson Core Running Time:  105 minutes Rating: PG Inspired by the true story of Vince Papale, a down-on-his-luck teacher and part-time bartender lives every fan's fantasy of moving from the stands to the field when he makes it onto his hometown's professional football team during an open tryout and becomes a Philadelphia Eagles.

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