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Protective hockey gloves

Essential for hand protection, these gloves shield players from impacts and provide a secure grip on the stick.

Protective hockey gloves are a useful gift for players who have worn out their old pair or outgrown them over the season. They suit minor hockey players, teens and adult rec-league players who want a comfortable grip on their stick.

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Why protective hockey gloves make a good gift

  • Gloves wear out at the palms over time, so players regularly need a new pair.
  • Growing kids often move up a glove size every season or two.
  • A fresh pair can also replace gloves that have picked up a strong smell.

What to look for

  • Measure from the fingertips to the bottom of the palm and compare with the size chart.
  • Check the cuff length so the gloves line up with the player's elbow pads.
  • Consider the colour if the player's team expects gloves to match its jerseys.

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  • Youth hockey gloves
  • Junior hockey gloves
  • Senior hockey gloves

Questions people ask

How should hockey gloves fit?
The fingertips should sit near the ends of the fingers without being cramped, and the cuff should meet the elbow pad. Gloves that are too big make it harder to grip the stick.
How do players keep gloves from smelling?
Airing gloves out fully after each skate helps, and some players use a glove dryer or wash the gloves according to the care label.

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