strik*ing cir*cle
What Is The Definition Of A Striking Circle In Field Hockey?
1. A striking circle, or shooting circle, in field hockey is the semicircle within which an attacker must shoot the ball in order to score a goal.
If an attacker shoots from outside and then a teammate flicks it to the goal, the goal is valid; any contact by an attacker from within the striking circle counts. Contact from a defender does not make an outside shot valid.
How Big Is The Shooting Circle?
The striking circle’s radius is 15 meters (about 16 yards) extending from the goal line centered around the goal.
What Happens When A Goal Is Scored Outside The Striking Circle?
When an attacker shoots the ball into the goal from outside of the striking circle, the goal does not count and a free hit is awarded to the defense. The shot is treated similarly to if the attacking team were to knock the ball out of bounds over the end line.
Example Of How Field Hockey Is Used In Commentary
1. Sofia Southam dribbles into the striking circle and has a shot—GOAL!
Sport The Term Is Used
1. Field Hockey
Also Known As:
1. Shooting circle