Quicksticks is designed to introduce young people aged 7-11 years old to the game of hockey. It is a 4-a-side game, which can be played on any surface, and uses a larger, lighter and safer ball. Children find it a fun, fast, safe and exciting game.
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Quicksticks can open your club up to a whole new audience of young people, many of whom have enjoyed playing this version of the game in Primary School.
It also brings parents to the club, so think about offering some Vitality Back to Hockey or Walking Hockey alongside the junior sessions to further engage them in the club.
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- Aids player development - It is an excellent introduction to hockey and makes the transition to In2Hockey and 11-a-side hockey measurably easier and offers continuity from what is played in primary schools
- The Quicksticks resources include session plans and fun challenges which provide ready made delivery content for your junior sessions, saving your coaches planning time whilst also ensuring the content provides the players with a fun and age appropriate experience
- It is inclusive - Quicksticks is enjoyable to play for players of both genders and all hockey abilities. No goalkeepers are required and it offers all players full involvement and increased playing time. Quicksticks is highly adaptable
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There is a range of support for clubs delivering Quicksticks including:
- Quicksticks rules and guidance available on the Hockey Hub
- A range of Quicksticks equipment and resources to purchase from our shop. These help to aid the delivery of the game, including goals, sticks and balls
- To aid coaching the Quicksticks Challenge Cards have a variety of fun challenges which coaches can easily use within their junior sessions
- Free Quicksticks online training course which is suitable for new and less experienced coaches as well as young leaders and ensures that anyone can deliver the game regardless of previous hockey experience
- Marketing Portal - An online portal where you can access and personalise marketing materials like posters and social media content to support with promotion of your sessions
- Club Development Manager Support: Don’t forget to catch up with your local Club Development Manager to share your ideas and they can provide bespoke advice and guidance
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If you would like to discuss ways you can incorporate Quicksticks into your existing junior sessions or find out more about the delivery of Quicksticks in local schools please get in touch here.
If you would like to ask a question or need further support please get in touch.
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