Victory Sports Tours is celebrating its 20th Anniversary in 2024 organizing amazing memories of a lifetime for US teams traveling internationally to play friendly matches with opposition from distant lands while enjoying the cultural and historical perspectives that only travel can give!
We have made many friends over the years in the Field Hockey community and several other sports, including Basketball, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer and Volleyball and look forward to continuing building enduring relationships.
Explore exciting field hockey game opportunities for 2025 across various destinations. Here’s a quick guide by destination and month:
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March
- Available: Argentina, Portugal, Spain, England, Ireland, Scotland
- Best in Second Half: France, Germany, Netherlands, Italy
March is a perfect time to head to South America or Europe for field hockey. Argentina’s capital, Buenos Aires, is a vibrant city featuring some of the world’s strongest field hockey clubs. Both Europe and the UK offer great hockey scenes with milder spring weather for training and matches. By mid-March, destinations like France, Germany, and Italy begin to warm up, making it ideal for teams looking to combine competitive matches and sightseeing. The Netherlands is particularly appealing for field hockey enthusiasts, offering some of the best clubs and facilities in Europe.
April & May
- Available: Argentina, France, Germany, Netherlands, Italy, Portugal, Spain, England, Ireland, Scotland
April and May are ideal months for European sports tours, with warmer weather and suitable conditions for outdoor training. From bustling city atmospheres in Italy and Spain to the rolling hills of Ireland and Scotland, teams can experience a range of cultural and training environments. Argentina remains a world-class destination, offering excellent facilities and strong local competition.
June
- Available: Argentina, Netherlands
- Best in First Half: Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, England, Ireland, Scotland
Hockey games at all levels of play are easy to arrange in Argentina from March through December, with only a few holiday dates being best to avoid. The first half of June is best for hockey matches in Europe and a good time to immerse yourself in its rich culture before the summer crowds and heat start up.
July
- Available: Argentina
- Doable playing against Camp Teams: England, Ireland, Scotland
- Doable: Netherlands
Argentina is a fantastic option for teams looking to travel in July. Opportunities are available to play camp teams in England, Ireland, and Scotland. With its enormous numbers of field hockey clubs, the Netherlands is available for matches with a select number of visiting foreign teams.
August
- Available: Argentina, Germany, Netherlands, England, Ireland, Scotland
- Available After August 15: Italy
- Possible: Portugal, Spain
Field hockey in Argentina and the Netherlands is in full swing during August, making it ideal for competitive matches. England, Ireland, and Scotland also provide a great opportunity for training and local exploration. By the second half of August, German clubs and leagues begin ramping up for the fall season, making it a great time for teams to organize matches or participate in local events.
December
- Available: Argentina, Italy (weather-dependent), Portugal, Spain, England, Ireland, Scotland
As winter hits the Northern Hemisphere, Argentina is an excellent choice for warm weather training. For European teams, countries like Italy, Portugal, Spain, and the UK offer milder conditions, but it’s important to account for potential weather challenges in Italy.
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