Bauer Prodigy Youth Goalie Stick
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Intro & New Features
With the Prodigy line expanding into 2024, we see the launch of the Bauer Prodigy Youth Goalie Stick. Crafted with a carbon wrap flat geometry, a carbon wrap short shaft, and a carbon glass blade, this recreational goalie stick is perfect for young goalies who are starting to find their craft.
Shaft Construction
The Prodigy youth goalie stick is designed to provide young goalies with an amazing hockey experience. Its cleverly designed double concave shape guarantees a comfortable grip while enabling precise control and maneuverability in high-stress gaming situations.
Paddle Construction
The Prodigy stick's unique flat paddle design and Bauer's Ergo paddle geometry improve goaltender performance. Smooth movement and responsiveness in the crease are encouraged by the ergonomic shape of the paddle, which also offers optimal puck deflection and control for confident, accurate shot-stopping.
Blade Construction/Stiffness
The blade of the Prodigy goal stick is made of innovative carbon glass construction, which combines durable glass fibers with lightweight carbon. This combination offers optimal stiffness for powerful shots and precise puck handling, along with flexibility to absorb shot impacts and control rebounds effectively, all while ensuring durability for intense gameplay.
Graphics
The stylish white base of the Bauer Prodigy youth goal stick is accented with black and silver to add flair and visibility on the rink. In addition to being aesthetically pleasing, these accents provide enhanced grip for better control during gameplay, enabling young goalies to confidently perform at their best.
Grip
Bauer's well-known and dependable shoulder design is incorporated into the Prodigy youth goal stick, giving young goalies ergonomic advantages akin to those of Bauer's well-liked sticks. Player comfort and grip are given top priority in this design, which makes it easier to control and maneuver during pivotal game moments and, ultimately, encourages reliable performance and confidence when making big saves.
Blade Patterns, Paddle Lengths, Stick Lengths
The Bauer Prodigy Youth Goalie Stick comes with the P31 blade pattern and a 20" length.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Recreational |
| Color | Black |
| Paddle Size | 20" |
| Paddle Construction | Carbon Wrap Flat Geometry |
| Shaft | Carbon Wrap Short Shaft |
| Blade | Carbon Glass |
| Handle | Stock |
| Warranty | 90 Days |
Goalie Stick Sizing Information
Unlike other pieces of gear, Goalie Sticks are sized mostly to the goaltender’s preference and playing style rather than their height. The most important measurement, when purchasing a new goal stick, is the paddle height (the wide portion of the stick), which is usually taken from the heel of the stick to the shaft/paddle interface. The reason for the paddle height’s significance is because it sets up the goaltender’s depth in the ready stance and (if properly sized) positions the blocker in an optimal position.
Sizing Your Goalie Stick
To start analyzing the size of your goalie stick, put on your goalie skates to get an accurate height of where you will be in your stance. If you’re looking to be even more accurate, strap on your goalie pads and blocker as well. Once that is done, get comfortable in your natural stance (the one you’d be in during a majority of gameplay) and look for the following:
1. The entire blade of the stick is flush with the ground while being 1’ - 2’ in front of your feet
2. After getting your stick into the flush position, check that the inside edge of the blocker hand sits on the outside edge of the goal pad (this is while holding just above the paddle).
Goalie Stick Sizing Considerations
Goalie Stick sizing can be very subjective compared to other pieces of equipment. The reason for this is the ambiguity of each goaltenders ‘natural stance’, especially with younger goaltenders. It is rather common for children to use taller sticks in comparison to their height, as their stance depth isn’t usually as aggressive as a seasoned goalie.
The shaft length of a goalie stick is usually best left at its stock length, as it serves to counteract the weight of the blade and ideally place the center of gravity at the top of the paddle. The one exception to this rule is for advanced puck handlers, cutting the shaft will allow more power transfer when shooting as a result of being able to keep the blade flush to the ice while near the goaltender’s feet.
