Should I try soccer or field hockey this fall?

Question

I am going to a new school this year and want to try either soccer or field hockey. I really like both sports but have never played on a real team for either one. My dad was an excellent soccer player in high school, went to college on a soccer scholorship and he says he thinks I would have more fun with soccer. My sister lead her field hockey team to become state champs for three straight years. She had a scholorship for field hockey until she had to get surgery shortly after her senior year and thinks I would love field hockey. They both could give me great advice and tips on their sport.

So, which one should I choose? I love to run and I am pretty fast. I want to make some really good friends when I start at this school and I don't like drama. Based on your experiences and my situation should I play soccer or field hockey?

Thank you so much!

Answer 1

Soccer.

You said you wanted to make nice friends, and soccer players share a tight bond and are always kind to any team mate. Considering you haven't played either on a real team, soccer will be a lot easier to pick up. It's easy, the job of the defense is to stop the attacker; the job of offense is to score goals; and midfield does everything in between, field hockey is a lot more complicated. You sister seems like she was very good, it will be hard for you to live up to expectations of teammates if they know you are her sister. I play Soccer and I think you would have a ton of fun playing! I bet your dad would have fun teaching you tricks and tips too!

Answer 2

well i play soccer and I LOVE it!!!! im pretty fast too...i can run a 50 yard dash in 6.3 seconds.... ahaha soccer is great for fast runners...midfield is the best position for fast runners and you get great execise.  not to offend anyone but field hockey has girlier girls on the team so this could cause drama especially b/c you are a new student. soccer has tougher girls because you get knocked around more. i would go with soccer.

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