The Sticks in the Sand Beach Hockey Tournament brings field hockey to the beach: 5-on-5 teams from along the East Coast and beyond play on the sand in Wildwood, with Morey’s Piers hosting and Red Knots FHC running the tournament. In 2026 it was Saturday and Sunday, August 1-2; 2027 dates have not been announced yet.

What Makes Beach Hockey Special

• It’s field hockey, not ice hockey: small-sided 5 v 5 games played on the sand.
• In 2026, divisions included middle school, high school JV, high school varsity, women’s 18+ and co-ed open.
• In 2026 each registered team got ten Morey’s Piers Amusement + Water Park passes, good Friday through Monday of tournament weekend, so players could hit the water parks and the Boardwalk after games.

What to Expect at the Tournament

Games run over the weekend on the beach, with the Boardwalk and the piers close by for the evenings.

• Teams register through Red Knots FHC (redknotsfhc@gmail.com)
• Friends and family can buy weekend ride and water park passes once their team registers
• Wildwood’s beaches are free, no beach tags needed
• For 2027 dates, check moreyspiers.com/event/beach-hockey

Bring sunscreen, water, and comfortable beach chairs, and dress for a full day outdoors.

Where to Stay for Sticks in the Sand Beach Hockey Tournament

The five Coastal Collection hotels are family-owned, motel-style properties within a few blocks of the beach and the Boardwalk. See walk times from each hotel to the Boardwalk, or compare all five Wildwood hotels and book direct on each hotel’s page. Coastal Sands Inn stays open through the off-season; the other four hotels reopen around April 1, so check dates when you book.

The Coastal Collection