View Full Version : Goalie Stick Length
cutiger13
02-28-2007, 02:19 PM
Can anyone give me some insight on what the ideal goalie stick length should be? My son has always cut his stick down to what feels "right" but I am curious what the ideal length actually is? Is there a right answer. He is 5 10".
Thanks!
Mista Hollywood
02-28-2007, 02:43 PM
About 47 inches with the head and shaft combined. About 27 inches just the shaft
Mista Hollywood
02-28-2007, 02:45 PM
Im around that height and this size is just PERFECT!
About 47 inches with the head and shaft combined. About 27 inches just the shaft
This seems extremely short and could prove very unbalanced.
OldGoalie
02-28-2007, 03:43 PM
I've heard a good rule of thumb is to have the butt end (while the shaft is attached to the head) come just up to the armpit, but that's just a rule of thumb. A lot is preference and how one likes the stick to feel and throw. One way to combat lack of balance from a shorter stick is to place some weight in the butt end. I use wadded up modeling clay, some use pennies, etc.
There are also other threads on this topic - have a look at what others are doing.
laxgoalie2011
02-28-2007, 09:41 PM
40 inches baby!!!! harrow goalies rock my sox
well its good for me. im 6'1" and im in 8th grade