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"Field Hockey BC was the first time I was able to compete at a high level and it was one of the best experiences I've had. I was able to meet and play with such amazing people from across the province, many that I now have the opportunity to play with or against while playing on the Vikes. My FHBC experiences have shaped me into the person and player I am today. My favourite memory would have to be travelling to Brampton for Nationals in 2016. I definitely would not have gotten to where I am today without my Team BC experience and I am very grateful for the impact it has had on my life." Ashton Aumen played for Team BC in 2014, 2016, 2017, 2019 and now plays for the UVic Vikes.

"I really valued the opportunity to play a sport I loved, competitively. I was definitely out of my comfort zone, but in a good way, and being surrounded by friends and teammates in a similar position and who had similar goals motivated me a lot. Playing at the regional/provincial level during high school gave me a small taste for what high level sport is all about, and I knew I wanted to see how far I could get in the sport." Karli Johansen played regionally starting at U14... in 2006 and made her first U16 BC provincial team in 2008. She was FHBC Senior Athlete of the year in 2019 and has been a prominent member of Canada's women's national team for 145 international matches. She also competed for four seasons with the University of Iowa Hawkeyes and started all 21 games in her senior year. She is well-known for being Canada's primary drag flicker on penalty corners! : Emma Van Mol Photos

"I was so lucky to have the opportunity to play provincially because it allowed me to meet so many different people throughout the nation. Some of which I call my best friends and are currently on my UVic Vikes Women's Field Hockey team with me. The BC program not only set me up in the right direction to play for university but it also let me understand what to expect with the high-intensity play, commitment style, and getting to play with joy." Judy Cristante played provincially from 2016 - 2018. She is currently in her third year at UVic playing for the Vikes field hockey team and she "loves every minute of it."

#ThrowbackThursday The U15 Girls Club Championship from 2015... Photo Credit: Glen Valley Photography... #tbt #fieldhockeybc

Job Opportunity with FHBC - Athlete Program and Sport Development Manager: The position of the Athlete Program and Sport Development Manager is designed to plan and implement program delivery intent on improving the skills, fitness and knowledge base of both male and female developmental and performance athletes, as well as, support the coach and officials education pathway throughout the province of British Columbia. The Athlete Program and Sport Development Manager is respo...nsible for the operational oversight of the Field Hockey BC Regional and Provincial ‘Learn to Train’, ‘Train to Train’, and ‘Train to Compete’ developmental and performance stream programs, the FHBC Academy Program, the ‘Learn to Win’ performance stream program, and the coach and officiating formal educational pathway. The Athlete Program and Sport Development Manager will work in partnership with the FHBC Head Provincial Coach and Performance Manager, as well as, work alongside other Society staff and board members and their respective portfolios. The Athlete Program and Sport Development Manager reports directly to the Executive Director. For more details on the position and application instructions, please access http://ow.ly/elzH50C5ns9 #fieldhockeybc

Dear Field Hockey BC Members, viaSport British Columbia has provided further details and clarification regarding the new restrictions from the Provincial Health Officer (PHO) to sport practice in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley region. Please access http://ow.ly/OiW150Cj5Tw.

FHBC wishes you and your loved ones peace, health, happiness and prosperity in the coming New Year! At this time, please consider making a contribution to the future of you sport by donating to the Field Hockey BC Society or to the FHBC Foundation with a tax-deductible donation. www.fieldhockeybc.com/donate/

Field Hockey Canada's 1st Annual Digital Conference! This FREE event will offer workshops, presentations and panels with members from the Canadian Field Hockey Community, who will share their lived experiences and insight on a variety of topics. The four-day event will be held next month from Tuesday, December 1 to Friday, December 4, with the purpose to engage the sport community through a series of workshops and panels.... Read more at: http://ow.ly/Y2rF50Chcub #fieldhockeybc #fieldhockeycanada

Dear Field Hockey BC Members, Field Hockey Canada has been working with PAFH to create training for Canadian officials. This Tuesday, October 27 at 8pm EST, PAHF will host the first of hopefully many events. The course is "The Modern Game & how officiating is impacted by the evolution of hockey".... The course will be facilitated by Roger St Rose and Reyah Richardson, both from TTO. Please access: https://panamhockey.wufoo.com//special-workshop-canadian-/ If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

Dear Field Hockey BC Members, Take the time to read the new Provincial Health Orders, some of which impact the return to sport across the Fraser Health region and the Vancouver Coastal Health region. IMPORTANT: travel for sports into or out of the Vancouver Coastal and Fraser Health regions is suspended for two weeks.... In the coming days, viaSport will be providing updates to the sport community. These measures are important to ensure that sport stays safe for everyone. More information on the restrictions is available at http://ow.ly/bT6m50CfKwU. Please share this message within your club, cohort, team members and friends. #fieldhockeybc #staysafe

Field Hockey BC is excited to announce the launch of a new regional Technical Development training program for 2020-2021. Following the recent review of the BC athlete pathway, it became evident that BC club community stakeholders are keen for FHBC to continue to support athlete development in the provision of a technical training program targeted, but not limited to, those who may not have access to such technical training through the club community network. In response, FH...BC will be launching the new FHBC Technical Development program according to identified geographical need and in a phased approach over the course of the current 2020-21 season. Access http://ow.ly/pqef50CbVIQ for more information.

Vacant Position of "Coaching Director" for the FHBC Board of Directors: There is an exciting opportunity for an individual to apply for consideration to become a voluntary member of the FHBC Board of Directors. The Board Member vacancy is in the position of Coaching Director, a position that provides for Society leadership and oversight across both the coach development and coach education portfolio.... The FHBC Board of Directors are keen to consider the appointment of a Coaching Director to take on the reins for this portfolio for the remainder of the current term (to February 2022 when this position is next due for election). The deadline for expression of interest is November 1st. Access http://ow.ly/3I9G50C1aHQ to read more about the position and submit your application.

#ThrowbackThursday Remembering the 2016 VIT! #TBT #fieldhockeybc

Dear Field Hockey BC Members, We would like to inform all LSOs still operating under the First Stage of Responsible Return to Play guidelines of the following update: In alignment with PHO requirements and the group size 'rule of 50' - the maximum number of athletes allowed in a session under stage one guidelines has now been increased from 32 to 40.... Please feel free to contact FHBC with any inquiries you might have regarding our frameworks for First and Second Stage of Responsible Return to Play. You can access the First Stage Responsible Return to Play Framework and every other document related to our COVID-19 response via the Documents Page on our website. #fieldhockeybc

Sport is more important than ever. Do your part to get sport in the conversation for the 2020 election. Learn more & take action: http://ow.ly/ubPs50BZfdT... #BCvotes #BCelxn2020 #fieldhockeybc #SportBC

Dear Field Hockey BC Members, FHBC is currently conducting an operational review and assessment of the Provincial Athlete Pathway Review Project completed in August 2020. Therefore, we have extended an open invitation to all member clubs, organizations and leagues to meet with representatives from the Board and staff to discuss the results of the review.... If you are interested in participating in the conversation, please contact a club official and find out if your club has arranged or is in the process of arranging a meeting with FHBC. Read more at: http://ow.ly/ogl950BXZ0p

Dear Field Hockey BC members, As a part of the Sport: More Important Than Ever campaign, SportBC will be hosting TODAY, October 15, a BC Election Zoom Townhall at 4:00 p.m. Representatives from the BC Liberals, the BC Greens , and the BC NDP have been invited. The event will feature special guests from various amateur sport groups talking about why sport matters to them and asking questions of the candidates.... If you are unable to log in due to the limited attendance, the panel will be transmitted by the News 1130 station, or you can follow the live feed on SportBC's Facebook page. BC Election Zoom Townhall Thursday, October 15 from 4pm - 5 pm To register, please click on the link below and a zoom link will be shared with you prior to the event. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sport-more-important-than-ever #SportBC #BCelxn2020 #Bcvotes #FieldHockeyBC

In partnership with SportBC and other sport organizations across British Columbia, Field Hockey BC is involved in the campaign to make the sport community heard during this provincial election. This is why SportBC developed a simple tool that emails candidates directly to ask them where they stand on making sports part of our province’s economic recovery and health. All you need to do is enter your email address and postal code, and the tool will send a letter on your behalf... to the 2020 election candidates in your community. Access: https://sportbc.com/sport-more-important-than-ever/ Sport connects us, sport enhances our physical and mental health, and sport contributes to BC’s economy. We need to be on the policy agenda. Here’s the thing: this will only work if we all pitch in. Once you’ve sent your message to your local candidates, please share with your friends and family on social media. On behalf of the 800,000 British Columbians involved in amateur sportathletes, weekend warriors, kids, tourism operators, and volunteersthank you. - SportBC team FHBC asks the field hockey community to come together on this effort. Please send out your letter through the form. Also like, share & RT messages about the campaign, either from SportBC or any other sport organization. And don’t forget to watch the debate tonight! Stay safe, and stay active #SportBC #BCelxn2020 #Bcvotes #FieldHockeyBC

#throwbackthursday The boys from the 2016 Learn 2 Train festival! #tbt #fieldhockeybc

David Auld, long-time umpire and contributor to field hockey in Vancouver Island, has announced his retirement from umpiring. He arrived in Victoria in 1969 and had been officiating since. In 2008, David was named a VILFHA Honorary Member, awarded to only 19 individuals since 1958, for their dedication, service and commitment to building the ladies league. Field Hockey BC would like to thank David for his devotion to the sport and for being an inspiration to our community.... Read the article by Ali Baggott about David Auld here: http://ow.ly/eez450BK42Q #fieldhockeybc

#TBT The U18 Nationals of 2015... Photos by Olivia Chao #ThrowbackThursday #fieldhockeybc