INDOOR FIELD HOCKEY
Introduction:
Indoor Field hockey is the indoor format of the conventional field hockey, which is played outdoors. Some people confuse themselves with the other variants of indoor hockey such as floorball and rink hockey.
Indoor Hockey Field:
Indoor field hockey is generally known by the name “indoor hockey” in those nations, in which the rink hockey is not held. Indoor hockey is mainly and conservatively played as a form of pastime by the players, who used to play outdoor field hockey in the off-season. In those seasons, it used to get difficult especially, when the outdoor pitches used to get frozen and when the conditions used to get too hot, for playing outdoors. Indoor field hockeys are a regular feature in the international as well as the national championships. It was not until 2003, that the first indoor hockey cup was established. Indoor Hockey Field was included in those nations, which had never participated at the outdoor hockey games at the highest level.
Different from the Outdoor Hockey:
There are several parameters by which, the indoor field hockey differs from its outdoor parent. The main difference is in the playing field. The playing field of the indoor hockey is smaller as compared to its outdoor counterpart. An indoor pitch has a length of 36 mm to 44 mm and a width of 18 mm to 22 mm. A center line evenly divides the indoor pitch. The circle used for shooting is measured at a distance of nine meters from each of the goal posts. In addition, the side board planks are provided which help in the maintenance of ball in the field.
