In the fall of 2024, Oklahoma Field Hockey Club and Aim Field Hockey established a partnership to help grow the game in the state of Oklahoma. Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and the surrounding communities have a rich field hockey tradition, and OKFHC is committed to building and sustaining that through dynamic programs that serve athletes at all levels.
The partnership between Oklahoma Field Hockey Club and Aim Field Hockey is based on a shared mission.
Together we strive to:
- Foster a love for the game and invest in the whole person
- Provide a competitive atmosphere in which each athlete thrives
- Hire knowledgeable and passionate coaches and cultivate a community based on respect, teamwork and integrity
- Help our athletes achieve their dynamic goals
Core Programs
Oklahoma Field Hockey Club offers year-round programs for ages 6-18. From teaching the basics of the game to preparing athletes for the collegiate level, our passionate coaches are dedicated to growing the sport of field hockey in Oklahoma. Most programs are held on the new turf fields of Holland Hall and Casady School.
Weed Wackers
U10 age group, grades K through 4th
U12 through U19 Club
Divided by grade and skill, 5th and 6th, 7th and 8th, 9th-12th
Pop-Up Skills Clinics
Clinics focused on specific skills requested by players or by coaching staff, 4-8 times per year
Lessons
Private and/or small group lessons
Tournament Options
We will have the option to attend recreational tournaments year-round for athletes in Middle School and under.
We will have the option to attend travel tournaments for recruiting purposes for Middle and Upper School athletes – these will be combined teams with Casady and Holland Hall players.
Enrichment Opportunities
College Coaching Clinics: Estimated 2 per year. We will invite college coaches to Oklahoma to lead clinics here to expose kids to different coaches and to connect those players looking to play in college with collegiate coaches from programs they might be interested in.
Community Building Opportunities
We believe in fostering a community within the field hockey program through our Big / Little Program. Each player will be paired in a Big Sis/Little Sis duo for the season. Helping connect the older and younger players and allowing leadership opportunities for the older players while fostering a love of the game for the younger players.
Each season will close with a Competition Day in which you invite a friend or family member to come compete with you and to participate in the sport we all love.
Twice per year we will offer a free clinic where each player is encouraged to “Bring a Friend” for the day to expose them to the game of hockey.
The OKFHC Team
A Club program is only as good as its coaches. Our program is led by a team of energetic professionals (many who grew up in Oklahoma and played at the collegiate level) committed to serving as role models for our athletes and teaching the fundamentals of the game in a dynamic way.
Amanda Olszewski
Amanda is the Director of Oklahoma Field Hockey Club. A DePauw University graduate, she played field hockey at Casady School. Amanda is a mother of three girls, all of whom play field hockey along with many other sports. She is an active member of the Casady School parents organization and former Booster Club president. Amanda spent the last 12 years as the Development Director for a local non profit serving inner city neighborhoods.
Merich Fricks
A graduate of Liberty University. Merich was a 4 year player with the Flames and served on the team leadership council. Originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma, Merich now is the head field hockey coach at Casady.
Erin McClelland
A graduate of Saint Louis University, Erin was a four-year player with the Billikens. Following graduation she was the Director of Operations for the University of Virginia field hockey team while earning her masters in education from UVA. Originally from Bel Air, MD, Erin played club hockey for H2O. In college, she coached a U12 club team for AIM Field Hockey in St. Louis, MO. Erin has lived in Norman for 2.5 years and is excited about the opportunity to grow the game in Oklahoma!
Kayli Maxwell
A graduate of Davidson College, Kayli was a four-year player with the Wildcats earning NorPac East Rookie of the Year her freshman year, being named to All-Norpac all four years and named Norpac Player of the Year her senior year. She is Davidson’s all time leader in goals (40), assist (23) and total points (103). She was inducted into the Davidson College Athletic Hall of Fame in 2022. Originally from Oklahoma City, Kayli is now an oil and gas litigation attorney.
Tegan Altenose
A graduate of Saint Louis University, Tegan was a four-year player for the Billikens. She also rowed at the University of Oklahoma.
Alex Edwards
Alex began playing field hockey in 6th grade in suburban Philadelphia and was a defensive player for the Lady Pioneers team at Conestoga High School. She ultimately focused full time on playing lacrosse and went on to play Division I at Brown University. Alex has a passion for field hockey and lacrosse and loves coaching girls of all ages and experience levels. She is excited for the growth of Oklahoma Field Hockey!
Meg Payne
Meg is a former division one field hockey player from the University of Iowa. During her tenure with the Hawks she was a member of the Big Ten regular season championship team and a NCAA Final Four contender. A graduate of Casady High School, she now resides in Oklahoma City, where she balances her career as a license professional counselor with raising her children and caring for her numerous animals. Passionate about mental health and sports, Meg combines her leadership experience with a deep commitment to helping others and continuing the growth of field hockey in Oklahoma.
Heather Schnepf
A graduate of the University of Iowa, Heather was a 2x All-American, 2x Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, 2x Unanimous BIg Ten honoree and served as the team captain in 2007. Team accolades include 2x Big Ten Champion, 6x Mid-American Conference Champion and 6x NCAA tournament participant. Heather is a veteran coach who spent 12 years at the division 1 level at Drexel University, Kent State University and Bucknell University. Originally from New Jersey, Heather now resides in Oklahoma.
Cathy Zesiger
A graduate of DePauw University, Cathy was a four-year player with the Tigers and appeared and started every game at DePauw throughout her time there, she served as team captain in 2021. Originally from Oklahoma City, Cathy is now in Nursing School.
Natalie Gallo
A graduate of the University of Richmond, Natalie was a four year player with the Spiders, winning two A-10 Championships. Natalie is originally from Durham, North Carolina, and now is a mental health therapist for adolescents and children.
Amir Akhtar
Amir Akhtar is a graduate of the University of Karachi in Pakistan. He is a USA Masters field player and also serves as the Manager and Coach for Team USA Masters. He has been a Nexus coach since 2018. He is has been coaching at Casady School for over 9 years and has a deep love for growing the game of field hockey for life.
Connect with Us
Phone: 405-979-0657
Email: info@oklahomafieldhockey.com