buy an outdoor hockey stick

Choosing an outdoor hockey stick starts with knowing what suits you, which is why we are happy to help you on your way. The right outdoor hockey stick makes the difference between hesitation and playing with confidence. Hockey is fast and challenging, meaning good equipment directly impacts your enjoyment of the game. That is why at ProHockeySport you will find outdoor hockey sticks for every level and age. From young beginners to experienced seniors who have been on the field for years. Moreover, our range caters to different playing styles and preferences. This ensures you start every training session and match well-prepared.

 

**Outdoor hockey stick for junior and senior players**

An outdoor hockey stick for junior and senior players requires different characteristics. Children are still fully focused on their technique and posture. Therefore, control is more important than power. At ProHockeySport, you will find junior sticks that feel smooth and help develop technique. This allows young players to learn to hit, stop, and pass better.

 

Senior players often seek more power and precision in their outdoor hockey stick. That is why we offer sticks with different carbon percentages and curvatures. Choose a stick that matches your experience and role on the field. Whether you defend, dominate the midfield, or love to score, this allows you to get more out of your actions and passes. Ultimately, it is about confidence with every touch of the ball.

 

Field Hockey Stick Curve

The curve of an outdoor hockey stick has a significant influence on your playing style and feel for the ball. Each curve supports different techniques, such as passing, dribbling, or pushing. The table below shows at a glance which curve best suits your level and playing style.

 

Mid Bow

Suitable for: beginners and recreational players.

 

Features: neutral curve with plenty of control.

 

Ideal for: passing, stopping, and developing basic technique.

 

Pro Bow

Suitable for: all-round and advanced players.

 

Features: more freedom in ball handling.

 

Ideal for: making plays, hitting long balls, and pushing.

 

Low Bow

Suitable for: technical players and attackers.

 

Features: low curve for quick lifts.

 

Ideal for: dribbling, lifting, and quick actions.

 

Extreme Bow

Suitable for: very experienced players. Features: maximum curvature and control under the ball.

 

Ideal for: drag flick technique and penalty corners.

 

Explanation:

 

The Mid Bow is the most popular curvature because it provides a lot of control. This makes learning to play hockey much easier. That is why it is often the first choice for beginners and youth players.

Have you been playing for a while and are you looking for more options? Then a Pro Bow or Low Bow offers more freedom. For those who take a lot of penalty corners, an Extreme Bow is interesting. This curvature does require good technique and a lot of control.

 

Carbon percentage of an outdoor hockey stick

The carbon percentage of a field hockey stick determines how much power and control you get from your stick. A higher percentage feels stiffer and provides more power, but also requires more technique. Therefore, it is important that the carbon percentage matches your level and style of play. In the table below, you can quickly see which percentage suits you best.

 

10% to 30% carbon

Stick feel: supple and forgiving.

Suitable for: beginners and youth players. Features: great control, ideal for developing technique.

 

30% to 70% carbon

Stick feel: balance between supple and stiff.

 

Suitable for: all-round players.

 

Features: good mix of power and ball feel.

 

70% to 100% carbon

Stick feel: stiff and powerful.

 

Suitable for: experienced players.

 

Features: fast passes and hard hits, requires precision.

 

Explanation:

 

The higher the carbon percentage, the more speed you impart to the ball. At the same time, you need to execute your first touches more precisely to keep the ball under control. Therefore, beginner players are better off choosing a lower percentage. Advanced hockey players, on the other hand, benefit from extra power and speed.

 

The curve of an outdoor hockey stick

In addition to curvature and carbon, the curve also plays an important role when choosing an outdoor hockey stick. The shape and size of the curve determine how easily you receive, control, and play the ball. Below you will find the most common curves and their characteristics. Mini curl: The mini curl is small and agile. This curl suits fast players who dribble a lot and make short movements. The speed of action is high. However, this curl requires good technique for receiving and hitting the ball.

 

Midi curl: The midi curl offers more surface area for ball contact. This makes receiving the ball easier without losing speed. This makes this curl popular among all-round players. You maintain control and continue to move smoothly with the ball.

 

Hook curl: The hook curl has a large contact surface and feels stable during reception. That is why many defenders choose this curl. Stopping balls is safe and controlled. This curl is less suitable for attackers due to the slower stick response.