Get a better understanding of some of the basic rules of field hockey with this quick guide. A number of different types of foul may be punished in a game of hockey. Some of the basic ones to watch out for include. Fouls in a hockey match can be punished in three main ways. These are as follows: There are two umpires on the hockey field, who are usually responsible for each half of the pitch. A player who breaches the rules, either by rough or dangerous play, misconduct, or an intentional offenses, can be shown a card — either green, yellow or red. Picture Credit: Naiyyer / Shutterstock.com The basic field hockey rules
Types of foul in field hockey
Types of punishment in field hockey
Field hockey umpires
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