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Field hockey: Quick Facts

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High school roundup/scores: Lincoln-Sudbury coach wins 300th field hockey game • Nov. 10, 2026, 11:36 PM ET (Boston Herald)

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Poland's Polewczak in a white jersey controls the ball while Spain's Garcia and teammates in red jerseys defend during a field hockey match at Betero Stadium in Valencia.
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