ROOTS PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Our Roots Program is designed for our players who are brand new to field hockey or those looking to continue building their fundamental skills. With a focus on fun, learning, and development, this program provides the perfect foundation for athletes to grow their confidence and love for the game.
ROOTS FALL LEAGUE UPDATES:
KINDERGARTEN: Full, waitlist only
MINI STICKS (1st & 2nd graders): Full, waitlist only
MIGHTY STICKS (3rd & 4th graders): Full, waitlist only
FIRE STICKS (5th & 6th graders): 15 spots available
QUICK STICKS (7th & 8th graders): Full, waitlist only
CLick here to register for ROOTS FALL LEAGUE
FALL LEAGUE - Team practice and league play for K-8th graders
WINTER PROGRAM - Skills training that emphasizes 100's of touches on the ball, skill instruction, and small games for 1st-5th graders. 6th - 8th graders register for Academy or Select programs in the winter season.
SPRING LEAGUE - Team practice and league play for K-8th graders
SUMMER PROGRAM - Camp format that focuses on the development of skills, small games to implement decision making, skill execution, and fun games.
Fall League Details listed below!
EQUIPMENT/UNIFORMS
Each player will receive a Windy City colored game jersey and colored socks to keep. Each player is required to have a stick, shin guard and mouth guard. Mouth guards are mandatory or the child will not be able to participate.
CONFIRMATION INFORMATION
All league confirmation and team rosters will be communicated by email. Changes to the rosters will not be allowed once registration closes. One reciprocal friend request will be accepted.
FRIEND REQUEST
Roots Fall League teams are formed based on a cross-town rivalry format. Players are rostered by school first, then town and then friend request. Friend requests are not guaranteed if they attend different schools or different towns. Keep this in consideration when requesting a friend. Friend requests MUST be mutual.
REFUND POLICY
No refunds will be given. Registrations are nonrefundable after receipt or on-line registration. No exceptions. Windy City FH does not pro-rate or offer makeup for missed dates.
REFUND POLICY
WCFH WINTER ROOTS
For any field player and goalkeeper interested in the one-season program. Players of all abilities are welcome, from beginners to those with more experience. Winter Roots program will focus on basics and advanced skills according to ability level. Small game play each session will allow athletes to compete and learn the tactics of the game.
Winter Roots is for athletes in grades 1st - 5th
Register by option according to your current grade, we will group athletes according to ability and school. Athletes can register for multiple sessions. All programs are non-refundable.
NOTE: Winter Roots is a smaller group program limited to 25 players per option due to the size of the indoor space.
2026-2027 Winter Program Options - more Details to come in September