West Coast Riptide is a youth field hockey club based in Los Angeles and Orange County, California. Our coaching staff consists of positive and impactful women and men with 15+ years of coaching and playing in the US and internationally. Our expertise allows us to provide the fundamentals of field hockey for beginners as well as high-level training for elite players.
To actively contribute to our mission by creating an inclusive and uplifting environment. Through positive and expert coaching, we strive to enhance individual skills, instill unwavering confidence, and foster a deep sense of community within our teams. Our commitment extends beyond the playing field; we aspire to positively impact the lives of our players by nurturing qualities of resilience, teamwork, persistence, and confidence. Together, we work towards inspiring each individual to not only excel in sports but to embody these values, ensuring a lasting impact on their personal growth and success in all aspects of life.
is the club owner and head coach of WC Riptide. She played at the University of Virginia on a full athletic scholarship, was a high school All-American, and was a member of the U16 US National Team. She was the assistant coach for the Varsity team at Harvard Westlake in Los Angeles and the 7th-grade coach for the HW middle school team. Taylor was also USAFH Futures Region 11 Huntington Beach’s head coach. She grew up playing for the Mystx Field Hockey Club outside of Philadelphia. Her mother is in the La Salle Hall of Fame, and her parents coached for Mystx and Hatboro Horsham HS. Her younger sister, Casey, played for the Princeton Tigers field hockey team and the Tigers lacrosse team.
played four years of varsity field hockey at Harwich High School in Massachusetts, where her team won the Cape and Islands Championship all four years and went on to win the South Sectional State Championship one year. She then played D1 field hockey at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, where she participated in the Final Four her junior year and trained at Olympic development camps before suffering a knee injury. She also participated in the Massachusetts Bay State Games and coached summer field hockey camps in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and at the White Mountain Sports Camp in Maine. While at UMASS, she also ran the intramural field hockey program for several years. Currently the Program Head at Harvard-Westlake, Sue has coached middle school and high school field hockey there since 2009.
has over three decades of experience playing field hockey in the UK and, recently, the USA, highlighted by his time as a league-winning midfielder in Division One, Northeast in England, while at the University of Durham. He has played for, coached, and captained many club teams in both the UK and California. He has been a varsity assistant and middle school coach at Harvard Westlake for the past two years and is currently on the USA Masters National Team. Giles also has a long history in martial arts, coaching a wide range of students and professionals in the UK.
grew up in Rhode Island playing field hockey for Barrington High School, where she earned first-team all-state and all-division honors while leading her team to Division I titles in 2012 and 2015. She also received the NFHCA Southern New England Regional Team award and the Rhode Island Cox Sports Award Player of the Year title in 2014. Julia went on to play Division III field hockey at Gettysburg College, where she was elected as team captain. She earned a spot on the NFHCA All-South Region Second Team and All-Centennial Conference First Team. Upon moving to Los Angeles, she continues to play competitively on the Santa Monica club team and coaches both high school and middle school girls at Harvard Westlake. In her free time, she loves going to the beach, hiking, and painting.
had a 17-year career in both club and school-level field hockey. She played Varsity Field Hockey at Trinity Episcopal School for four years, contributing to the team’s achievements, including a remarkable national ranking of #6 in her junior year and two back-to-back undefeated seasons. Callie and her team had four state finals appearances, clinched two State Champion Titles, and secured four League Champion titles. Notably, she was honored as an All-League Player during her Senior year. Callie also underwent rigorous international training at the Sport Ways Elite Camp in Amsterdam over three consecutive summers. She committed to Ball State University’s Division 1 program, where she played for a season before transferring. Alongside her collegiate pursuits, Callie remained deeply involved in club hockey, representing the Panthers United Field Hockey Club in Richmond, Virginia, where she had coaching responsibilities for several years. She also participated in the USA Field Hockey Futures program and was selected to attend Nationals twice. Callie has held a USA Field Hockey Level 1 Coaching Certification for five years. Presently, she serves as the Junior Varsity Coach for Harvard-Westlake. Beyond the field, Callie indulges in diverse interests, including crocheting, climbing, engaging in video games, and doting on her beloved cat, Meeko.
recently graduated from Stanford University and played on the Division I Varsity field hockey team as a forward, midfield, and defender throughout her years. She is from Virginia Beach, VA and started playing field hockey in middle school for the TCOYO field hockey club and Norfolk Academy. She participated in the Futures program and played at Nationals 2x and her club team placed in the top 4 nationally at Club Cup her junior year of high school. At Stanford her team made it as far as the Elite 8 in the NCAA tournament before losing to UNC. She has coached multiple college camps, tournaments, and clinics throughout her field hockey career and loves working with the next generation. She recently moved to Los Angeles and enjoys hiking, pickleball, going to the farmers markets around LA, and trying new food!
is a 2020 graduate of Northwestern University, where she played four years as an NCAA Division I field hockey scholarship student-athlete. During her time at Northwestern, Lily helped lead the Wildcats to the NCAA Elite Eight in 2017 and a Sweet Sixteen appearance in 2019.
Lily has 10+ years of coaching experience, including working with clubs such as RISE (Chicago) and AIM Field Hockey (St. Louis), as well as coaching at various Northwestern Field Hockey camps. For the past two years, she has specialized in private and small group coaching for all ages across the Chicagoland area.
Originally from St. Louis, Lily works in LA as a senior editor at Business Insider.
is the Head Coach and Program Director for WC Riptide: Orange County. She is also the Head Coach at Fountain Valley High School. She was the starting goalie at Temple University while majoring in Kinesiology, and she now brings her elite-level playing experience and a passion for youth development to the program. Before Temple, Cristina played for the WC Eagles. Her teams achieved championship success at the highest levels, including first-place finishes at the U19 Disney Showcase, multiple National Indoor Tournaments, and the Keystone State Games. Cristina is an incredible coach with a huge love of the game, and we are lucky to have her!
graduated from the College of William and Mary in 2021, where she played Division 1 Field Hockey as a forward after transferring & playing at the University of Iowa. During her time at William & Mary, the team won the 2018 CAA Championship- defeating Delaware to advance to the NCAA tournament. Ashley finished her senior season as the team’s leading goal scorer. As a Virginia Beach native, Ashley played for the TCOYO club and Cox High School, helping to win the state championship senior year and advance the club to 4th in the nation during the club cup tournament. She has coached numerous clinics and Nexus sessions over her career, while recently coaching Cape Henry Collegiate as the assistant in 2024. Now based in Orange County, she loves running, trying new workout classes, snowboarding, cooking and hiking.
We offer programs for U6, U8, U10, U12, U14, U16, and U19 age divisions in Studio City, and U12, U14, U16, and U19 in Huntington Beach. All programs are open to all genders and welcome players of every skill level, from complete beginners to experienced athletes.
Registration details and forms are available through our club website (www.wcriptide.com). You can also contact us directly at wcriptide@gmail.com for assistance with the registration process.
Perfect! We welcome all experience levels and are excited to introduce new players to this amazing sport. Our coaches are skilled at working with beginners and will help your child learn the fundamentals in a fun, supportive environment.
Age group placement is typically based on birth year for competitive balance and safety. Contact us at wcriptide@gmail.com to discuss any special circumstances.
Yes. If you sign up partially through the season, we can offer prorated costs. Please email wcriptide@gmail.com with questions.
Yes, we believe every child should have the opportunity to play. Please reach out to wcriptide@gmail.com to discuss scholarship opportunities and payment plans.
We’re brand new to field hockey—how can we learn more?
Field hockey is an exciting, fast-paced sport, and we’re here to guide you! Here are some excellent resources:
College Games (great skill level, easy to follow):
USA Field Hockey Games – Examples of local and international-level play
We primarily communicate through email, so please ensure your contact information in LeagueApps is up to date.
Our coaching staff and club administrators are always available to help. Don’t hesitate to approach coaches before or after practices, or email wcriptide@gmail.com anytime.
We currently do not need volunteers, but if we do in the future, we will reach out to all parents!
Email us anytime at wcriptide@gmail.com for questions about:
We’re here to support your family’s field hockey journey and make sure you have everything you need for a successful and enjoyable experience!
We offer a trial session for each player. Contact us to discuss options for your child to experience field hockey before making a full commitment.
We’re based in Studio City and Huntington Beach and will provide specific field locations and addresses upon registration. All families will receive detailed directions and parking information.
Our season typically consists of 14 practices per season, divided into four seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer. In Studio City, we currently offer sessions on Sundays from 9-11AM, and individuals from 11 AM- noon (right after the team practices). In HB we offer practices on Saturday mornings (time varies per season and will be communicated during registration).
We’ll notify families via email and any club communication platforms about weather-related cancellations. We will send these emails to all registered participants.
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Field hockey shin guards are different from soccer shin guards! They must:
Yes! Mouthguards are mandatory at every practice and game for safety. Basic boil-and-bite mouthguards are available at any sporting goods store or online.
Player safety is our top priority. All coaches are trained in proper technique and safety protocols. Required protective equipment (shin guards and mouthguards) must be worn at all times during activities.
Yes, we follow current best practices for concussion recognition and management. Any player suspected of having a concussion will be removed from activity immediately and cannot return without proper medical clearance.
We monitor weather conditions closely and will cancel activities if conditions are unsafe. Families will be notified via email about any cancellations or schedule changes.
Yes! We provide pathways for players who want to pursue field hockey at higher levels, including individuals, sending information about camps, clinics, and competitive opportunities.
We plan to open up these opportunities in 2026. Details about travel commitments will be communicated well in advance.
Absolutely! We encourage multi-sport participation as it contributes to overall athletic development. Please communicate any scheduling conflicts so we can work together to find solutions.
