What does a hockey goalkeeper need?
A full goalkeeping kit is made up of:
If you're building a kit in stages, we'd normally start with the helmet, then leg guards and kickers, then hand protectors. Our goalkeeping kit checklist goes through every piece and what to buy first.
Which brand and level should I choose?
OBO is the biggest name in our goalkeeping range, and their kit comes in clear levels: OGO for junior club and school keepers, Yahoo for club keepers and improving players around 12 to 16, Cloud for senior club keepers who want a softer feel, and Robo and Robo PLUS at the top end. Our guide to the OBO goalkeeping ranges explains each one.
Mercian, TK and Grays all make good goalkeeping kit too, and plenty of keepers mix brands to get the best fit for each piece.
Junior or senior kit?
Junior kit is lighter and smaller so younger keepers can move properly. Kit that's too big slows a keeper down and can leave gaps in protection, so it's worth buying the right size rather than one to grow into. Each brand sizes differently, so check the OBO, Mercian or TK size guide before you order.
New to goalkeeping? Tom Millington's beginner's guide to hockey goalkeeping is a great place to start.
