Making Sure Your Hockey Gloves Fit
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios


Defined Tag: Hockey Gloves.

Hockey is a physically demanding game. Each player must be on guard at all times and be ready to move quickly. The last thing a player needs is to be distracted or have to compensate for equipment that is not a good fit for him or her. This is especially true when it comes to hockey gloves. Here's a few tips to ensure your hockey gloves are right for you.

Selecting the right size hockey gloves is not that different from selecting the correct size shoe. With the gloves, you want to make sure that the appendage length is adequate, allowing for a fit that feels comfortable without being loose. The player should be able to move the hand without feeling constricted. The padding, such as on the wrist and the thumb, should offer a cushion that will be sufficient to allow a strong grip while still offering adequate protection. A glove that is too loose weakens the ability of the gloves to protect the hand and will increase the potential for the player to move naturally during play.

When it comes specifically to the fingers, it is important to make sure the hockey gloves do not quite touch the tips of the fingers. At the same time, having too much space at the end of the fingers can interfere with gripping the stick properly, creating a situation where the player is constantly having to compensate. This can translate into lost seconds, which can be critical in a game that moves as fast as hockey. It is important that the fit is such that it feels natural to the player, so much that the glove feels like a natural appendage.

The wrist piece of the hockey gloves, in like manner, should feel natural and be tight enough to provide the proper protection and mobility, but not so tight as to constrict the movements of the hand or chafe the wrist. Nobody likes to finish up a game with sore wrists. Since some types of hockey gloves are going for a shorter but wider wrist area these days, it may be necessary to compensate by purchasing a wrist guard. However, if at all possible, try to avoid this and purchase gloves that will provide coverage up to the forearm.

As with any type of sports glove, let the contours of the hand be your guide. Anything that does not conform to the hand will be a liability in play. Pay close attention to how comfortable the glove seems to be and how easy it is to move naturally. With these simple guidelines in mind, you should be able to purchase the right hockey gloves for your purposes.

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