The goalie's chest and arm protection is among the most important pieces of equipment to size up accurately so that the goaltender is well protected and comfortable at the same time.
Chest protectors will take a lot of abuse, so a proper fit is essential to helping prevent injuries. A good chest protector will provide protection in the key target areas: the collar bone, ribs, sternum, and biceps.
Choosing the right material and thickness will also aid in the durability and lifespan of the chest protector.
There is a wide selection of choices and price points available for this piece of equipment so take everything into consideration when selecting.
Senior Sizing
|
Height { feet and inches } |
Arm Span { inches } |
Height and Arm Span { cm } |
|
| X Small | 5'0"-5'2" | 60"-62" | 152cm-158cm |
| Small | 5'3"-5'5" | 63"-65" | 159cm-166cm |
| Medium | 5'6"-5'9" | 66"-69" | 167cm-176cm |
| Large | 5'10"-6'0" | 70"-72" | 177cm-184cm |
| X Large | 6'1"-6'5" | 73"-77" | 185cm-196cm |
Junior Sizing
|
Height { feet and inches } |
Arm Span { inches } |
Height and Arm Span { cm } |
|
| Small | 4'0"-4'3" | 48"-51" | 122cm-130cm |
| Medium | 4'4"-4'7" | 52"-55" | 131cm-140cm |
| Large | 4'8"-4'11" | 56"-59" | 141cm-149cm |
| X Large | 4'11"-5'1" | 59"-61" | 150cm-155cm |
| XX Large | 5'1"-5'4" | 61"-64" | 155cm-163cm |
To best avoid injury, the goalie's chest protector should adequately match up to the level of play and competition that he or she faces.
