Fitting Shoulder Pads
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Shoulder pads should fit snugly with the shoulder cap of the pad covering the shoulder bone.
To Fit Properly:
- Measure the player's chest just below the armpits
- Match the player's chest size to the shoulder pad that corresponds
- The bicep pad should not interfere with the player's elbow pads
- The shoulder pad should provide protection for the collarbone, ribs, sternum, chest, back and biceps
- A neck guard must be worn and should fit comfortably with shoulder pads as it is mandatory in most leagues
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Shoulder Pad Sizing Chart
| Player Age |
4-7 |
6-9 |
8-11 |
9-12 |
11-14 |
14+ |
14+ |
15+ |
15+ |
| Chest Size |
22" - 26" |
24" - 28" |
26" - 30" |
28" - 32" |
30" - 34" |
36" - 40" |
38" - 42" |
40" - 44" |
42" + |
| Shoulder Pad Size |
Youth Small |
Youth Large |
Junior Small |
Junior Medium |
Junior Large |
Senior Small |
Senior Medium |
Senior Large |
Senior XL |
Please note: The shoulder pad sizing chart above is for your reference only. Each shoulder pad varies depending on what brand you choose.
When purchasing hockey equipment the most important aspect to consider is that the equipment is properly fitted. When equipment is not suitably fitted the player is exposed to injury.
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