How to Measure a Hockey Goalie Stick

Hockey goalie sticks are larger than sticks used by forwards and defensemen. Its purpose is to block oncoming shots, to secure the puck by placing the stick in front of your glove, and to pass to players on your own team. Measuring the goalie stick ensures that you are using the proper-sized equipment. A stick that is either undersized or oversized can be a burden for you to use on the ice.

Things You'll Need

  • Tape measure
  • Paper and pencil or pen
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Instructions

    • 1

      Place the tape measure at the top of the shaft.

    • 2

      Measure the length of the shaft by extending the tape measure to the base of the shaft where it intersects with the blade. Write down this number. A goalie stick shaft can reach up to 26 inches in length.

    • 3

      Place the measuring tape at the end of the blade.

    • 4

      Measure the length of the blade by extending the measuring tape to the other end of the blade. Write down this number. The blade length can be no more than 15.5 inches long and 3.5 inches wide.