Gloves

Measure from the base of your palm to your elbow: that length in inches is roughly your glove size. As a guide, kids usually wear 8" to 11" gloves, teens 11" to 13" and adults 13" to 15". Browse our senior gloves and junior gloves to find the right fit.

Yes. Ball hockey gloves are lighter, more ventilated and more flexible than ice hockey gloves, with durable palms that stand up to sport court and plastic balls. Models like the Knapper AK series and LDK HP gloves are built specifically for ball hockey, so you get better stick feel and stay cooler.

Gloves should feel snug but not tight. Your fingertips should sit just short of the end of the glove, and the cuff should reach your elbow pad with no exposed forearm. Gloves that are too big reduce stick control, while gloves that are too small leave your wrists unprotected.

We carry Knapper AK2 to AK7 gloves, Warrior Fatboy, EVO and Burn gloves, LDK HP1 to HP7, Dekadence DK1 and DK4, CCM and Legend, plus Nike Vapor gloves. Knapper also offers women's and youth models.

Yes. Ball hockey gloves are ideal for street hockey, ball hockey and roller hockey because they are light, breathable and abrasion resistant. Pair them with ball hockey shin guards and a helmet for complete protection on any surface.

Open your gloves and let them air dry after every game, away from direct heat. A deodorizer like Captodor keeps them fresh, and rotating two pairs helps the palms last longer if you play several times a week.