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Elevating the next generation of field hockey athletes through elite coaching and development under the guidance of Derek Pappas, internationally recognized field hockey coach.

Unleash Your Potential

Our club is founded on the principle of developing skilled, strategic, and resilient players. We're building a community dedicated to excellence on and off the field.

Dynamic Training

State-of-the-art drills and conditioning programs designed to maximize your speed, agility, and power.

Expert Coaching

Learn from seasoned professionals with a passion for the game and a track record of developing top talent.

Player Development

A holistic approach focusing on tactical awareness, mental toughness, and personal growth.

What Athletes Say

Hear from the players who've experienced our training excellence.

Helpful Posts and Tutorials

"thank you for all your posts and tutorials! My team has been working in the tubes defense drill at practice and it's made such a difference already!!!."

Mental Toughness Training

"The coaches don't just focus on physical skills - they taught me how to read the game, make split-second decisions, and stay composed under pressure. It's made all the difference in competitive matches."

Professional Development Path

"Thanks to the structured training program and expert guidance, I earned a scholarship to play at the collegiate level. The coaching here prepared me for success both on and off the field."

Confidence Through Excellence

"Every session challenges you to be better than yesterday. The supportive environment and high-quality instruction helped me find my love for the game again and reach my full potential."

Players I've Developed

Meet some of the exceptional athletes who have flourished under Coach Derek Pappas guidance and achieved remarkable success in field hockey.

Ludovica Landi in action during competition

Ludovica Landi

at Prague, Czech Rep, ITA U18

One of my former players at the Lazio club World Athletics 100 meter hurdles qualifier

World Athletics QualifierITA U18 National Team
Karolina Diurczak in action during competition

Karolina Diurczak

Former Lazio Junior Player

Now playing for the Polish senior national team.

Polish Senior TeamLazio Junior
Claudio Brocco in action during competition

Claudio Brocco

Former Lazio Junior Player

Playing for both Italian junior and senior national teams.

ITA U21 National TeamITA Senior National TeamLazio Junior

Coach Derek Pappas has been instrumental in developing these athletes through personalized training programs, technical skill refinement, and mental preparation strategies that prepare players for success at all levels of competition.

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