The Field Hockey Players Journal: Arriving Feb 2026

Elevate your performance with the latest edition of The Field Hockey Journal. Designed by experts at The Field Hockey Academy, this journal is a comprehensive tool for athletes to track their technical and tactical skills, mindset, and overall development. By identifying patterns through consistent tracking, you can accelerate your growth and embrace the true process of mastery.

The Design

• Designed by Australian International Hockey Coach Daniel Goodwin for use by athletes of all ages and all playing levels.
• Custom made scratch resistant hardcover with 120gsm waterproof and tear resistant Stone Paper - it can stand up to the spills, sweat and grime of your Hockey kit bag with an ultra smooth writing experience.
• 144 pages pre printed with a repeating format of Journal Planner Page, Field Diagram for Tactical Planning and Visualisations, Game Day Planner and Game Review Pages. Pages feature a light 5mm dot matrix for ease of drawing diagrams, plays and training setups.
• Ring bound so each page can be opened flat for ease of writing.
• Ribbon page marker, elastic closure and pen loop for convenience.

Intentional Preparation & Nutrition

Success begins before you even step onto the pitch. The updated journal includes dedicated sections to help you prepare your body and mind:

• Nutrition Planning: Map out your fuel with specific sections for Breakfast, Pre-game, Post-game, and Snacks.
  
• Lifestyle & Prep Tracking: Monitor critical performance factors including Sleep, Stress, Fatigue, and Recovery.
  
• Mindset & Control: Identify your points of emphasis and reflect on what you can and cannot control before the whistle blows.
  
• Visualization: Dedicated space to record your pre-game mental rehearsals and focus areas.
  

Comprehensive Game & Training Review

The core of your development is the Game Review table, where you can rate your performance using a 5-star system. Deep dive into every aspect of your game:

• Tactical Awareness: Review your performance With Ball (Structure, Shape, Outletting) and Without Ball (Pressing, Triggers, Zonal vs. M2M).
  
• Technical Skill Mastery: Rate your Ball Carry, Receiving, Elimination (3D, faints), and Distribution (Passing variety and Leading).
  
• Circle Craft & Set Plays: Analyze your Killer Instinct, Shot Variety, and specific roles in PCA & PCD (Injecting, Trapping, Running, and Post-play).
  
• Physical & Mental Stats: Track your Warm-up quality, Game Fitness, Energy Levels, and Decision Making.
  

Tactical Planning & Creative Space

Don't be limited by just words. The journal provides Field Diagrams to help you visualise your goals:

• Map out training drills or complex team strategies like Pressing structures and Penalty Corners.
  
• Set tangible targets, such as Baseline entries or Overhead throw distances.
  
• Personalise your journey by sticking in pictures of your visions and goals.
  

Reflection for Growth

True growth comes from honest reflection.

• + Wins: Document specific technical or mental breakthroughs achieved by you or your team.
  
• - Needs Improvement: Identify "work-ons" with high specificity to form the basis of your next training session.
  
• Pro-Tip Driven: Benefit from expert advice, such as completing reviews within two hours of a session to keep details fresh.
  

"The process of mastery starts now. Track your journey, refine your skills, and achieve your 5-star performance."

A must have piece of kit for every Hockey player.