Hockey Stick Size Chart: Length and Flex by Height
Enter height in inches to see the stick category, length and flex range two published charts list, and where they disagree.
Hockey stick size by height finder
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Hockey stick size chart by height
Maker charts for stick length are not posted as tables, so these are two retailer guides. They disagree on where categories start, and the finder shows both.
Hockey Monkey
| Size | Range | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Youth (3 to 5) | 3 ft 0 in to 3 ft 10 in | Stick 38 to 44 in. Flex 35. Weight 60 to 65 lb. |
| Youth (6 to 8) | 3 ft 10 in to 4 ft 8 in | Stick 45 to 49 in. Flex 40 or 45. Weight 50 to 80 lb. |
| Junior (7 to 13) | 4 ft 4 in to 5 ft 1 in | Stick 50 to 54 in. Flex 50 or 55. Weight 70 to 110 lb. |
| Intermediate (11 to 14) | 4 ft 11 in to 5 ft 4 in | Stick 55 to 58 in. Flex 60. Weight 95 to 125 lb. |
| Intermediate (12 to 14) | 5 ft 2 in to 5 ft 8 in | Stick 55 to 58 in. Flex 65 or 70. Weight 100 to 140 lb. |
| Senior (14+) | 5 ft 5 in to 5 ft 10 in | Stick 57 to 61 in. Flex 75 or 80. Weight 125 to 175 lb. |
| Senior (14+) | 5 ft 7 in to 6 ft 1 in | Stick 58 to 62 in. Flex 85, 90 or 95. Weight 150 to 200 lb. |
| Senior (14+) | 5 ft 10 in to 6 ft 4 in | Stick 60 to 63 in. Flex 100 or 105. Weight 180 to 235 lb. |
| Senior (14+) | 6 ft 1 in and up | Stick 60 to 63 in. Flex 110 or 115. Weight 210 lb and up. |
Source: Hockey Monkey: How to choose a hockey stick. Checked .
Ice Warehouse
| Size | Range | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Youth | Up to 4 ft 0 in | Stick 43 to 46 in. Flexes 20 to 45. Age up to 7. Weight up to 60 lb. |
| Junior | 3 ft 9 in to 4 ft 9 in | Stick 50 to 54 in. Flexes 30 to 50. Ages 6 to 12. Weight 50 to 120 lb. |
| Intermediate | 4 ft 6 in to 5 ft 3 in | Stick 55 to 57 in. Flexes 55 to 75. Ages 11 to 16. Weight 120 to 160 lb. |
| Senior | 5 ft 6 in and up | Stick 58 to 63 in. Flexes 60 to 110. Age 14 and up. Weight 120 lb and up. |
Source: Ice Warehouse: How to select a hockey stick size and flex. Checked .
Check it against the body
CCM: without skates, the stick should reach the tip of the nose; with skates, the chin. Hockey Monkey says it should sit 1 to 2 inches above or below the chin with skates on. CCM adds that shorter sticks give better puck control and longer sticks more reach.
How to use it, in 3 steps
Measure height
Use current height in inches (4 ft 4 in is 52). The charts group players by height first, then by age and weight.
Read length and flex
Use the finder. Flex is the number of pounds it takes to bend the stick one inch (Hockey Monkey): higher numbers are stiffer.
Stand it up in skates
Hold the stick upright. With skates on it should reach about the chin (CCM) or 1 to 2 inches above or below it (Hockey Monkey).
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Frequently asked questions
How long should a hockey stick be?
CCM: without skates, the stick should reach the tip of the nose; with skates, the chin. Hockey Monkey: with skates on, 1 to 2 inches below or above the chin.
What size stick for a 10-year-old?
Size depends on height, not age. Hockey Monkey lists a junior stick, 50 to 54 inches, for 4 ft 4 in to 5 ft 1 in. Ice Warehouse lists junior, 50 to 54 inches, for 3 ft 9 in to 4 ft 9 in.
What is stick flex?
Hockey Monkey: flex is how many pounds of force it takes to bend the stick one inch. A higher number is stiffer. Its chart: youth 20 to 35, junior 40 to 50, intermediate 55 to 70, senior 75 to 120.
Which flex should a child use?
Both retailers pair flex with weight and height. Hockey Monkey lists flex 50 or 55 for 70 to 110 lb juniors; Ice Warehouse lists 30 to 50 for junior sticks. Try a few and ask the coach.
Do the charts agree?
Not exactly. Junior starts at 4 ft 4 in on Hockey Monkey and 3 ft 9 in on Ice Warehouse. Where they overlap the finder shows both, so use the stick length check as the tie-breaker.
Should I size by age?
Age bands are loose: Hockey Monkey's junior runs ages 7 to 13 and Ice Warehouse's ages 6 to 12. Both charts lead with height, so the tool asks for height.
Are shorter or longer sticks better?
CCM says shorter sticks give better puck control and faster reactions, and longer sticks give more reach and power on shots. The right length is the one that lets the player keep a natural stance.
Does this cover left and right or blade curve?
No. This tool covers length and flex only. Blade curve and left or right hand are personal choices that we do not size by height.
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Sources and last checked
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- Hockey Monkey: How to choose a hockey stick: Stick length, flex and weight by height (retailer guide). Checked November 3, 2026.
- Ice Warehouse: How to select a hockey stick size and flex: Stick length and flex by age, height and weight (retailer guide). Checked November 3, 2026.
- CCM Hockey: How do I choose the right stick length: Maker's length method: nose without skates, chin with skates. Checked November 3, 2026.
These are makers' and leagues' published guidance, not measurements of your child. Where makers differ, the tool shows the span between them. Rules and charts change, so check the source pages and your league.
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