National Hockey Festival
Nov. 22- Nov. 25, 2007  | Indio, Calif.
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General Information

Divisions
 
WOMEN'S OPEN
This division is offered for any team of players who want to participate in the Festival. These players can either play together during the season or come together specifically for the Festival. Participants must be 19 years of age or older. Exceptions will be made for college players.
 
MEN'S OPEN
This division is offered to any teams of male players who want to participate in the Festival. At least 8 teams are necessary to run the division.
 
VETERANS
Teams of players 30+years of age are eligible for the men's Veterans Division.
 
MASTERS
Teams of  players 35+ years of age are eligible for the women's Masters Division.
 
MIXED
Mixed teams are made up of at least five men and five women with the goalkeeper either a male or female. Players in the Mixed Division may play in one other division. There is no additional participation fee to play in two divisions.
 
AGE GROUP
Teams will be placed in pools and play only within their pool. Players are advised to check with their respective state high school federation regarding individual eligibility at the Festival. At least two chaperones are required to accompany each team. Competition in the age group divisions will take place on Thurs., Fri., & Sat. only. Age is determined as of January 1, the year of the event.

Age Groups
Under 19 Girls, Under 19 Boys, Under 16 Girls, Under 16 Boys

NOTE: A minimum of 8 teams are required to be registered by the entry deadline run a division.

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ADULT PLAYERS / UMPIRES RECEPTION

On Sunday, adult players and umpires are invited to join members of the National Hockey Festival Committee and members of the USA Field Hockey Board of Directors for an informal gathering hosted by the USA Field Hockey. Additional information will be posted at the Festival.

Thanksgiving Dinner
An assortment of options are available for participants to enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner. Additional information will be available in team confirmation packets. All reservations must be made and pre-paid through
Global Housing Bureau no later than October 25.

Parking Pass
Parking Passes are available through the housing bureau. Pre-paid parking passes will be sent to you prior to the Hockey Festival if purchased by Nov. 7.
Global Housing Bureau

Exhibitor/Vendors Area
A variety of vendors will be available each day of the tournament to provide field hockey equipment & apparel as well as other information and services.