Question

Explain in detail the new match time format in field hockey.

Answer 1

1. Match duration

1. The match lasts 60 minutes, divided equally into four quarters of 15 minutes each.

2. Breaks between quarters

1. Break of 2 minutes after the first quarter
2. Break of 2 minutes after the third quarter
3. Half-time break of 10 minutes after the second quarter

3. Time-outs of 40 seconds

1. Given after a penalty corner is awarded
2. Given after a goal is scored

4. Purpose of the format

1. The 60-minute time is mainly actual playing time.
2. The extra time-outs cover the set-up time for penalty corners and goal celebrations, so the dead time is removed.
3. The game stays fast and fair for both teams.