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field hockey
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team sport version of hockey played on grass or artificial turf with sticks and a round ball
Field hockey is a team sport where players use sticks to hit a small round ball across a grass or artificial turf surface, similar to ice hockey but played outdoors on the ground. It's played competitively around the world at school, club, and international levels, making it an important part of global sports culture and recreation.
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