HOCKEY players in Oxford are being encouraged to take up the new sport of rush hockey, which has just been launched in the city.

Played on smaller pitches, games are for four or five-a-side teams, and last 40 minutes.

Free taster sessions are running at the new Oxford Community Arena, Marsh Lane, Marston, with a league starting up in the new year.

More details on www.rushhockey.co.uk.