Welcome To Etown Youth Field Hockey
The Rheems Athletic Association's purpose is to provide a safe, fun, & rewarding atmospheres for all children within our community, who choose to participate in our multiple venues. We believe that through our organization these future leaders will learn the value of teamwork, relationships, & success, which is necessary in today's society.
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Please remember to scroll to the bottom of this page to see upcoming Summer camp and Fall league information.
Fall Season
Program runs mid-August through - October (exact dates TBD)
Ages - Children entering Kindergarten - 6th Grade for the 2026-2027 school year
Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Teams
Tuesday & Thursday 5:30pm -6:30pm
3rd - 6th Grade Teams
Tuesday & Thursday 5:30pm -7pm
Practice days and times are subject to change based on the number of teams, availability of coaches & fields
Practice Location
Mount Joy Township Grass Field - corner of Elizabethtown Road & Greentree Road
8853 Elizabethtown Road, Elizabethtown
Please Park in the Mount Joy Township building parking lot in front of the building. Do NOT Park in front of the police entrance at any time.
Player/Parent Expectations
Have fun playing and watching the amazing sport of field hockey! This league is a great way to get introduced to youth field hockey, grow your skills, make friends and be a part of a team. ALL skill levels are given the same opportunity to learn and grow as a player and teammate.
Learn the fundamental skills of field hockey (passing, pulling right, shooting, defense, goalkeeping), but also how to be a supportive and respectful teammate and competitor. Follow the good examples set by our VOLUNTEER coaches, cheer on your teammates, and respect referees.
Our league reserves the right to ask any player/parent to sit out of the remainder of the practice or game if they display poor sportsmanship or misconduct of any kind. Repeat offenses could result in removal from the team/league.
Games - Lancaster/Lebanon League
Participating School Districts:
Conestoga Valley, Donegal, Ephrata, Hempfield, Lampeter Strasburg, Lancaster Mennonite, Manheim Central, Manheim Township, Northern Lebanon, Octorara, Penn Manor, Warwick and Growing!
Saturday Games. Each team will play 2 - 32 minute games per game day. Players are only expected to stay for their individual team games but welcome to stay and cheer on friends!
Dates & Locations
Exact Dates TBD - Starts mid-September through mid-October
All age groups will be playing on the same days at the same location.
Uniforms
Reversible Pinnie - Included with registration
Should be worn to Practice and Games. Please have your child wear something underneath the jersey in case they would need to switch their jersey to the opposite side
Black shorts/pants - games only. Not Included with registration
Equipment Required
Mouth guard
Shin guards
Field Hockey Stick -Bring your own or loaner sticks will be available for use on a first come first serve basis.
Helpful Link for choosing/sizing the correct stick. We will also help with this in person
Stick Selector and Sizing
General Info:
Fundraising with R & K Subs -Details provided at the first practice
Apparel-Online store to buy clothing and accessories. The link will be sent to each player during the season.
Team Pictures - Both team and individual pictures. Dates TBD
Any questions or concerns please contact James Rosborough, league commissioner at [email protected]
Additional Clinic Opportunities
GEARS Winter Clinic
2026 Clinic has concluded and was enjoyed by many. Please check back in Nov/Dec for information on next years clinic or check out the GEARS page for additional info. Thank you to all the coaches, volunteers and families who made this a success.
GEARS Summer Clinic
Register through GEARS website - https://www.getintogears.org/
June 15th - 18th (Mon - Thurs scheduled, Friday 6/19 used for a rain make up day)
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Ages - Children entering Kindergarten - 6th Grade for the 2026-207 school year
Calling all rising Kindergarten through 6th grade girls who enjoy playing field hockey!
Come join the Etown Youth Field Hockey coaching staff for a fun and competitive summer clinic. Improve your skills, get a jump start to the fall season, and grow your love for the game!
Location - Middle School grass field below Jane Hoover Field
Park along Elizabethtown Rd or in the Elementary School parking lot
Equipment Required
Mouth guard
Shin guards
Field Hockey Stick - Loaner sticks can be used on a first come, first served basis.