ADULT HOCKEY GUIDES
For adults getting into hockey — whether you're joining a learn-to-play program, signing up for your first beer league, or just trying to understand what your kid is doing out there.
Hockey Rules for Beginners
Every NHL rule explained in plain language — from icing to penalty shots.
Understanding Hockey Positions
Centers, wings, defense, and goalies — what each position does and how they work together.
How to Fit Hockey Equipment
How to fit every piece as an adult — helmet, shoulder pads, pants vs. girdle, gloves, jock/jill, with a women-specific section.
How to Fit a Helmet
HECC certification, ASTM F1045/F513 standards, the shake test, and when to replace.
How to Fit Shoulder Pads
Cap over the shoulder, sternum pad centered, sleeve length, and what to look for at a fitting.
How to Fit Elbow Pads
Elbow cup centered, forearm coverage, and how to avoid the gap above the glove.
How to Fit Pants or a Girdle
Pants vs girdle comparison, waistband position, kidney pad coverage, and women-specific fit.
How to Fit Shin Guards
Knee cup centered, no gap at the skate, length measurement, and sizing by height.
How to Fit Hockey Gloves
Palm gap test, finger length, cuff overlap, and stick feel — the most personal piece.
How to Fit a Jock or Jill
Jock vs jill, cup or shield position, sock tabs, and women-specific fit.
More coming soon
We're actively expanding the adult section. Future guides will cover: how to start playing hockey as an adult, learn-to-play programs near you, beer league 101, what to expect at your first practice, equipment for adult newcomers, and more.