Stick Size Guide
Here are a few ways to help you choose your stick length:
- To measure a child hold the hockey stick at their side. It should be just under their belly button.
- If you can't decide between two sizes, consider your child’s position. Defenders sometimes prefer a longer stick for a longer reach in tackling and better power when slapping. A shorter stick improves stick handling skills so could be considered for more attacking players.
- Once a young person reaches the age of approximately 13 they will be in a full size stick ie 36.5”/37.5" (5 f 3”), so you do not need to measure the stick to your hip or belly button once you reach this height.
- The majority of hockey players in Australasia use a 37.5” stick.
| Stick Length | Height |
|---|---|
| 30″ (~76 cm) | 4′ 1″ – 4′ 3″ (~124 cm - 130 cm) |
| 32″ (~81 cm) | 4′ 4″ – 4′ 6″ (~132 cm - 137 cm) |
| 34″ (~86 cm) | 4′ 7″ – 5′ 0″ (~140 cm - 153 cm) |
| 35″ or 36.5" (~89 cm - 93 cm) | 5′ 1″ – 5′ 2″ (~155cm - 158 cm) |
| 36.5″ or 37.5" (~93 cm - 95 cm) | 5′ 3″ upwards (~160 cm +) |
| 37.5″ (~95 cm) | 5′ 10″ upwards (~178 cm +) |