Trials for our outdoor showcase teams attending the Shooting Star Tournament in Richmond, VA Nov. 24-26 will take place on Sunday September 17th at Maria Gatta Field, Oceanport, Field #3.   Please note, final age group team entries will be confirmed after trials. If you try out for a specific age group team and we do not end up taking a team in that particular age group - you will be issued a trial refund.

If you have a conflict on the 17th, please email Kathleen kakelly@intensityfieldhockey.com.

9/17/2023 Trial Times:

• U12/U14 - 10:15-12:15 PM (check-in at 10)
• U16/U19 - 12:30-2:30 PM (check-in at 12:15)

Fee:

• $40 (pay online with a card or pay offline with venmo @JerseyIntensityFH)

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Fall training will take place for selected U12/U14/U16/U19 Shooting Star teams from September through November at  Monmouth University and Maria Gatta fields primarily on Sundays.  Training is mandatory for our selected showcase team players.  Training will also be open for U12/U14/U16/U19 players wishing to train with the club but who won't be attending the showcase from Sept. 24-Nov.12.  

FALL TRAINING SCHEDULE

Locations:

• Monmouth University FH So Sweet a Cat Astro Turf
• Maria Gatta Fields, 280-286 Port Au Peck Ave, Oceanport, NJ 07757

Please note, age group training times will be finalized after team selections.  We will make groupings based on ability, number of players and team placement.   

Tentative Shooting Star Team Training Times:

• 10-11:30: U12 SS
• 11:15-1:15: U14 Shooting Star Team
• 1:00-3:00: U16 Shooting Star/U19 players

Training Schedule: 

• Sunday 9/24 - 10-3, Maria Gatta Oceanport
• Sunday 10/1 - 10-3, Maria Gatta Oceanport
• Sunday 10/8 - 10-3, Maria Gatta Oceanport
• Sunday 10/15 - 10-3, Monmouth University
• Sunday 10/22 - 10-3, Monmouth University
• Sunday 10/29 - 10-3, Monmouth University
• Sunday 11/5 - 10-3, Monmouth University
• Sunday 11/12 - 10-3, Monmouth University
• **Saturday 11/18 - 10-2, Maria Gatta Oceanport, Shooting Star Teams Only
• **Sunday 11/19 - 10-2, Maria Gatta Oceanport, Shooting Star Teams Only

Training Fee from 9/24-11/12:

• 10-11:30 time-frame: $300
• 11:15-1:15 & 1-3:00 training time-frame: $400

**The training fees for 11/18 and 11/19 will be incorporated into the SS tournament fee.  

Note - there is a separate Tournament Fee for Shooting Star and players are responsible for their own transportation/hotel.

Shooting Star Tournament Fee Good Faith Estimate (inclusive of additional 11/18 & 11/19 training sessions):  $475-$500 (dependent on age group & final team roster size)

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2024 WINTER OUTDOOR SHOWCASES

We have confirmed teams into the TWO winter outdoor showcases in mid-late January, 2024.  Players will be invited for these events throughout the fall training period.

• Winter Escape, Sanford, FL - Jan. 12-14, 2024 (*HS players only)
• Sunshine Showcase, ESPN, Orlando, FL - Jan. 26-28, 2024

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 20TH AND WILL BE FILLED FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE 

JI will be hosting open training for players wishing to train and learn from our club coaches.  Spaces will be limited but will be open for players in the U12/U14/U16 & U19 age groups. 

Fall training will take place from September through November at Maria Gatta Fields (Oceanport) and at Monmouth University primarily on Sundays.   Training will be open for U12/U14 players as well as those U16/U19 players wishing to train with the club but who won't be attending the Thanksgiving travel tournament.  You do not have to be affiliated with JI to participate but you will need to be a member of USAFH.   

FALL TRAINING SCHEDULE

Location:

• Monmouth University FH Astro Turf
• Maria Gatta Fields, Oceanport, 280-286 Port Au Peck Ave, Oceanport, NJ 07757 - FIELD #3

Tentative Age Group Times:

• 10-11:30: U12/U14 players just training for the fall
• 11:15-1:15: U16 players just training for the fall (note, we may adjust training groups based on level of play, i.e. some U16s may train from 1-3 and some U19s may train from 11:15-1:15)
• 1:00-3:00: U19 players just training for the fall (note, we may adjust training groups based on level of play, i.e. some U16s may train for 1-3 and some U19s may train from 11:15-1:15)

Training Schedule: 

• Sunday 9/24 - 10-3, Maria Gatta Oceanport
• Sunday 10/1 - 10-3, Maria Gatta Oceanport
• Sunday 10/8 - 10-3, Maria Gatta Oceanport
• Sunday 10/15 - 10-3, Monmouth University
• Sunday 10/22 - 10-3, Monmouth University
• Sunday 10/29 - 10-3, Monmouth University
• Sunday 11/5 - 10-3, Monmouth University
• Sunday 11/12 - 10-3, Monmouth University

Training Fee from 9/24-11/12:

• U12/U14 Training (10-11:30 time-frame): $300
• U16/U19 Training (11:15-1:15 OR 1-3:00 time-frame): $400

I. What is the Practice Schedule?

All outdoor teams will train at both Maria Gatt Park (280 Port au Peck Ave Oceanport NJ 07757, Field Turf) as well as at Monmouth University's field hockey "So Sweet a Cat" astro-turf field. 

U16s/U19s will be assigned their training times:

• Sun. 3/26: 8-9:30 (U12/U14); 9:15-11:15 (U16); 11-1 (U19)  @ Maria Gatta Field, Oceanport
• Sun. 4/2: 8-9:30 (U12/U14); 9:15-11:15 (U16); 11-1 (U19)  @ Maria Gatta Field, Oceanport
• Sun. 4/16: 8-9:30 (U12/U14); 9:15-11:15 (U16); 11-1 (U19)  @ Maria Gatta Field, Oceanport
• **Sun. 4/30:  10-11:30 (U12/U14); 11:15-1:15 (U16); 1-3 (U19) @ Monmouth University, So Sweet a Cat Astro CANCELLED 

**After 4/30 session, the U16/U19s will have adjusted training times.  You will be assigned your remaining schedule (either Black or Blue times) before the May 7th date.  If you are assigned to the Black Training Group, there will be an additional $100 fee.

• **Thurs. 5/4: 6-7:30 (U12/U14) Makeup from 4/30
• Sun. 5/7:  10-11:30 (U12/U14); 11:15-1:15 (U16/U19 Training Group Blue); 1-3 (U16/U19 Training Group Black) @ Monmouth University, So Sweet a Cat Astro
• **Mon. 5/8: 5:45-7:45 ALL U19s (Make-up from 4/30)
• **Wed. 5/10: 5:45-7:45 ALL U16s (Make-up from 4/30)
• Sun. 5/14:  10-11:30 (U12/U14); 11:15-1:15 (U16/U19 Training Group Blue); 1-3 (U16/U19 Training Group Black) @ Monmouth University, So Sweet a Cat Astro
• Sun. 5/21:  9:45-11:15 (U12/U14); 11-1 (U16/U19 Training Group Blue) @ Maria Gatta Field, Oceanport
• Sun. 6/4:  10-11:30 (U12/U14); 11:15-1:15 (U16/U19 Training Group Blue); 1-3 (U16/U19 Training Group Black) @ Monmouth University, So Sweet a Cat Astro
• U16/U19 Training Group Black players will have additional weeknight training at Monmouth University on 5/15, 5/17, 5/22 & 5/24 from 6-7:30 PM

II. Local and National Tournament Playing opportunities

The club will participate in tournaments for various levels throughout NJ.  The U12/U14/U16 & U19 traveling teams will be entered into the following events (note: teams may be different for each event, selection to one does not guarantee all):

A.  Local Tournament Opportunities – U12/U14/U16/U19 selected players will be eligible for local 7-aside tournaments (NJ).  U12/U14/U16/U19 local teams will be entered in approximately 2-3 tournament/play-day dates.  Team rosters will be dependent on availability.  A google form will be sent out to all for spring availability and teams will then be made accordingly.  We understand players are involved in other sports; therefore, teams may be different for each local tournament based on player's availability.  Fees are charged PER tournament to allow more flexibility in player's schedules.  Pay the day of: range from ~$50-$85 per tournament (dependent on number of players playing that day). 

"Local" Tournament Dates (*these are possible dates, the organizers are waiting on field confirmations).   Dates may be adjusted:

• Sat. 4/29/2023 - Tournament (Rutger's University - U12/U14/U16/U19)
• Sat. 5/6/2023 - Local Tournament (Capelli, all age groups)
• Sat. 6/3 - Local Tournament (Tentative Monmouth University)
• Sun 6/19 - U16/U19 showcase at Capelli Sports Center (full day event)

B. U16/U19 National Tournament Teams and JPOL Teams (SELECTION TEAMS ONLY):

• U16/U19 Select teams will be entered into the Junior Premier Outdoor League and possibly USA Regional Tournaments

If you are selected to the a Junior Premier Outdoor League roster, below are the dates (pay per league day ~$55-$65).  NOTE - we will be rotating players, so players may be asked to play anywhere from 1-4 dates.  

U16/U19 2023 JPOL Venue & Dates:

• Sat 4/22 @ Capelli Sports Complex
• Sat 5/6 @ Capelli Sports Complex
• Sat 5/13 @ Capelli Sports Complex
• Sat 6/10 @ Monmouth University – U16 only
• Sun 6/11 @ Monmouth University – U19 only

TRIALS Sunday, March 12th: 

• U12/U14* - 10-12 PM
• U16*/U19 - 12:15-2:15 PM

Age as of Dec. 31, 2022 (if 11 or younger on Dec. 31, 2022 you are in the Under-12 age group; if 12 or 13 on Dec. 31, 2022 you are U14; if you are 14 or 15, you are U16 and if you are 17 or 18, you are U19). 

*If you are an 8th grader and have to try out in the U16 division due to your birthday cut-off  but wish to simply train with your classmates at the U14 level, we can accommodate that. Simply send me an email at kakelly@intensityfieldhockey.com.   This is also applicable for any 10th graders who have to play in the U19 division but wish to train with their classmates.

Location: Monmouth University, So Sweet a Cat Turf Field (NO CLEATS ALLOWED)

Try-out Fee: $35

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR TRIALS 

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U16/U19 WINTER EVENTS

Players can be evaluated for the Outdoor HS Winter Escape Showcase, the Outdoor U16/U19 Disney Tournament, the U16/U19 Indoor season or all three!

WHEN/WHERE:

Sunday 11/6/2022 - Monmouth University, So Sweet a Cat Field (TURF SHOES or SNEAKERS ONLY, NO CLEATS!!)

Players need to have all their own equipment.

SESSION TIME:

U16: 11:15-1:15 (check-in starting at 11:00); U19: 1-3 PM (check-in at 12:45)

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I.  WINTER ESCAPE OUTDOOR SHOWCASE - Jan. 14-16, 2023 (HIGH SCHOOL PLAYERS ONLY)

The Winter Escape showcase will be held on field turf in Sanford, Florida Jan. 14-16.  This event is held in conjunction with the National Field Hockey Coaches Association convention.  NOTE: this tournament is only open to HS players.  Divisions are "OPEN" so all teams participating will be combinations of U16 & U19 players.

Good Faith Outdoor Tournament Fee Estimates:

Winter Escape Tournament Fee - last year was $350, final cost dependent on final roster size.

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II. USAFH U16 & U19 SUNSHINE SHOWCASE - Jan. 27-29, 2023

The USAFH Sunshine Showcase to be held at Disney's Wide World of Sports will take place from Jan. 27-29th.  This tournament is age dependent, so it is based on your age as of 12/31/2022.  For example, if you are a sophomore who turned or turns 16 BEFORE 12/31/2022 you must try out in the U19 age group.  You must be 15 or younger on 12/31/2022 to be eligible for U16.

Good Faith Outdoor Tournament Fee Estimates:

Sunshine Showcase Fee - last year was $425, final costs depending on final roster size.

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III. INDOOR SEASON (this does not conflict with either outdoor event)

This is a separate club season where we train indoors at Monroe Sports Center on Sundays and play in tournaments (Saturdays) between Dec-Feb months.  

Training will take place on Sundays between 2:45-6 at the Monroe Sports Center.

-Select U19s will participate in prep tournaments as well as USAFH qualifiers for the National Indoor Tournament.  Not everyone will be selected for a NIT qualifying team.

-Additional players will be selected for training and local scrimmages/tournaments.  

U16/U19 Indoor Training Dates at Monroe Sports Center:

12/4; 12/11; *12/18; *1/8; 1/22; 2/5; 2/18

*dependent on tournament assignment

-Indoor Training Fees: ~$300 Training Fee based on 6 sessions

-Indoor Tournament Fees: Paid per tournament, can range from ~$50-$115 depending on final roster size and level of tournament (USAFH tournaments are more).

-National Indoor Tournament - should the team qualify is a separate fee ~$300, depending on final roster size and expenses

Possible Indoor tournament dates (you would NOT be assigned to all of these).  Many dates are tentative as it is dependent on what location we are assigned to.  Listed below are all possible dates:

12/10 - U16/U19 NJ

12/17 - *U19 PA (tentative) 

12/18 - **U19 PA (tentative) 

1/7 - U16/U19 NJ or PA (tentative)

1/8 - **U19 PA (tentative)

1/21 - **U16 MD (tentative) or NJ; U19 NJ

1/22 - **U16 PA (tentative), **U19 MD (tentative)

2/11 - U16/U19 NJ

2/12 - U16/U19 NJ

2/19 - U16/U19 NJ

**Dependent on qualifying

U19 National Indoor Tournament - Richmond, VA Feb. 24-26

U16 National Indoor Tournament - Lancaster, PA March 3-5

If you have any questions about anything, please email Kathleen at kakelly@intensityfieldhockey.com

TO REGISTER FOR TRIALS FOR ANY OF THE ABOVE EVENTS CLICK BELOW:

U14 WINTER EVENTS

Players can be evaluated for the indoor season, the Disney Field Hockey Tournament or both!

WHEN/WHERE:

Sunday 11/6 - Monmouth University, So Sweet a Cat Field (TURF SHOES or SNEAKERS ONLY, NO CLEATS!!)

Players need to have all their own equipment.

SESSION TIME:

10:00-11:30 (check-in starting at 9:45)  

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U14 Disney Field Hockey Outdoor Tournament (age as of Dec. 31st, 2022) - Jan. 27th-29th. 

We will be sending a U14 7-aside team to the Disney Field Hockey Tournament to be held Jan. 27-29 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports. This is always a club favorite and is a great atmosphere for our younger U14 players.  This tournament is age dependent so if you turn 14 BEFORE 12/31/2022 you are unfortunately not eligible.  

Disney Outdoor Tournament fee - the final fee will be determined once all expenses are known and final roster size is determined but in year's past it has been ~$400-$425.

Practices for the Disney team will take place most likely on Fridays between 4-6:30 (1.5 hr Time TBD) in Neptune.  Dates 12/9, 12/16, 1/6, 1/13 & 1/20.  

Training Fee: $250

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INDOOR SEASON (8th graders can participate in U14 indoor season, regardless of age as of 12/31/2022)

This is a separate club season where we train indoors at Monroe Sports Center on Sundays and play in a couple tournaments (Saturdays) between Dec-Feb months.  The indoor game is played with different sticks and rules - 5 players and GK on the court (which is a little bigger than a basketball size court).  Boards are placed along the sidelines, so players play rebounds off the side.  It is a very fast paced game that helps with stickwork tremendously.  You can 'you tube' indoor field hockey to see how it is played.  Indoor is great to develop faster stick skills and decision-making skills.

Training will take place on Sundays between 1-6 at the Monroe Sports Center (1 hr 45 min training time).  U14's will most likely train from 1-2:45 timeslot.

How will U14 indoor selections work?  

We will be inviting a group of players to train and play in scrimmages/tournaments on 1/7, 1/14, & 2/11 or 2/12.  We will also invite players to participate in indoor skills training only to learn the game, no friendlies (just intersquad at training).  

U14 Indoor Training Dates at Monroe Sports Center:

12/4; 12/11; 12/18; 1/8; 1/22;  & 2/5.  

Indoor Fees: $300 Training Fee

Indoor Tournament Fees: Paid per tournament, can ranged from ~$50-$85 depeding on final roster size

TO TRY OUT CLICK BELOW:

*Some teams may be scheduled for tournament these days

JIFH is an elite, championship caliber travel club with a long history of success.  Our club attends all the major college National showcases and has helped numerous athletes attend the colleges of their choice (see our Alumni section). Intensity has garnered medals in every major tournament hosted by USAFH and Shooting Star. 

The staff of Jersey Intensity is made up of passionate, elite level coaches with high school, collegiate and international experience. We pride ourselves in having a low coach/player ratio. Our head coaches have been with the club since its inception and travel hundreds of miles every week to coach at our weekend training sessions and tournaments.  They are dedicated and committed to the improvement of every player's skill level and as well as their hockey IQ.  We coach to prepare you for the higher levels of the college game. Goalies work with specialty goalkeeping coaches each session, in most cases having three GK coaches per session!

In addition to aiding athletes in achieving collegiate play, JIFH has had representation at all levels of our USA National squads, from the U17 National Squad up to the Senior National Squad.

Jersey Intensity also offers Academy training opportunities for those players wishing to improve their skills in a competitive but fun environment. This Academy is designed for young players first learning the game (U-12 and U-14) or for older players (U-16/U-19) who need more time developing and honing their skills before they are ready to move up to one of our championship level National travel teams. It is also for the player who wants to train with our ELITE level coaching staff but who cannot commit to National tournaments. U12/U14/U16/U19 Tournament opportunities will be available primarily in winter and spring/early summer. 
 

We traditionally have 3 try-outs a year (if you miss a trial email Kathleen to arrange coming to a practice for an evaluation as we will evaluate newcomers throughout the year). 

Trials for our Thanksgiving showcase teams takes place in early September.  We then have trials for the indoor season in early December.  Spring season trials take place in March of each year.  

The U12/U14/U16 and U19 traveling teams will be entered into the following events (note: teams may be different for each event, selection to one does not guarantee all):

• Academy teams: U12, U14, & U16 winter indoor, spring and summer local 7-aside outdoor tournaments/league (December-July)
• Spring Junior Premiere Outdoor League (U16, U19)
• USAFH U16 and U19 Regional Club Championships
• USAFH U16 and U19 National Club Championships (NCC), July, Virginia Beach, VA (dependent on qualification)
• Thanksgiving  Showcase,   Shooting Stars Richmond, VA
• Outdoor Winter National showcases, January of every year (BOTH Winter Escape and Sunshine Showcase tournaments - traditionally in central Florida)
• National Indoor Qualifier Tournaments (elite teams) U16 & U19
• National Indoor Tournament 

We have teams in the Under-19, Under-16, Under-14, and Under-12 age groups. Age as of January  1,  2023
Example: you must be 15 or younger on Jan. 1, 2023 in order to be eligible for the Under-16 travel team