The modern game of field hockey, whether for men or women, is played by two 11-member teams using sticks with a crook at the striking end. The object is to hit a ball into the opponent's goal. The playing field is 100 yards long and 60 yards wide, and the most common playing surface is grass. However, all international matches are required to be played on artificial turf. The game is also played in the street as well as a gym for recreation and fun.
