Welcome to The Women’s Side of Sport.
Resources, tools, and insights for athletes, coaches, and parents shaping the future of women’s sport.
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Impact Player Self-Check for Athletes
How you mentally prepare and reflect on your performance and preparation is important to reach your very best.
The Modern Coach’s Toolkit
Women’s sports have changed, and with it, coaching. Grab this resource for coaches looking to make an impact.
The Parent Reflection Series
Conversations after games matter. Grab this for simple prompts to help families reflect together throughout the season.
Join the Women Coaches Collective
Coaching is more than what happens at practice.
You deserve support in all of it.
The Women Coaches Collective is a space for women coaches who want to grow—not just in what they run, but in how they lead, communicate, and show up every day.
Join the Women Coaches Collective.
Come as you are. Build from there.
The Women’s Side of Sport Field Hockey Drill Library
Looking for some New Drills for your team? Look no further!
Check out the Women’s Side of Sport Field Hockey Drill Library.
As I add drills, they’ll be organized by date and category (pressing, goal scoring, etc.). Every drill includes a description and coaching points. I hope you enjoy as I build the collection!
The Latest from Jess
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The Reason I Finally Built My Own Scouting Notebook
Building this notebook was a necessity for me, a coach who has spent countless hours trying to organize information. It’s a testament to the power of having a dedicated space for everything from opponent tendencies to player development thoughts, helping me to coach with purpose and clarity.
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The Hidden Skill Gap in Youth Field Hockey: Technical Error Recognition
Identifying and correcting technical breakdowns is crucial for long-term success in field hockey. Not only for coaches, but for players as well!
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Tips from the Turf: Are We Asking Kids to Do Things They Aren’t Ready For?
The discussion on “developmentally appropriate” coaching in youth sports emphasizes the need for aligning skill instruction with children’s developmental stages. Coaches must recognize that younger athletes may struggle with advanced concepts due to ongoing cognitive, emotional, and physical maturation. Simplifying coaching messages fosters true understanding and cultivates adaptable, confident players.
The Training Lab: Skill Academy
Coach Education & Player Training for technical development.
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