Fall 2025

Our fall programs for 1st-12th graders are designed to promote a growth mindset and foster leadership through holistic and athlete-centered training. This fall, we offer Development and Academy levels across three locations: McLean, Wheaton, and Alexandria. Each session includes engaging games, competitions, and Play Beyond the Game lessons that go beyond technical skills to develop character, confidence, and teamwork.

Join us for a season of learning, leadership, and fun on and off the field!

Check out our Spring options:

Saturdays in McLean
Saturdays in Wheaton
Sundays in Alexandria
Adapted Field Hockey

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Season & Program Details, Dates and Information

Registration & Pricing Dates and Deadlines

  • Registration opens on July 1.

  • PBG Award Application deadline is Aug 24.

  • Early Pricing for each program ends Aug 10.

  • Payment plans options end on Aug 17.

  • Registration closes on Sep 7

Practice Information

  • Saturday and Sunday: 8 Practices & 2 competition days (see details below)

Competition Days

Development Play Days

  • First Play Day:

    • October 19
      SSAS (Alexandria, VA)
      3:30-5:30pm

  • Final Play Day:

    • Nov 16th
      Madeira (McLean, VA)
      1:00 - 5:00 PM

Academy Tournament Days

  • First Tournament:

  • October 19
    Madeira (McLean, VA)
    1:30 - 4:00 PM

  • Final Play Day:

    • Fall Fest Tournament
      Nov 15th
      Columbia, MD
      Time TBD

Discounts for Officials: Field hockey can't happen without officials, and we have a shortage of them! Beyond Sticks wants to recognize and thank everyone who officiates youth field hockey by giving you 10% off of registration. If you officiate field hockey, or want to learn how to become an official, please email heidi.lewis@beyondsticks.com.

Don't miss out on joining our community that values growth, empowerment, and leadership through field hockey.