Grays Hockey Size Guide
Grays Hockey is a cornerstone of the global hockey community, providing high-performance equipment and apparel designed for players ranging from grassroots enthusiasts to elite professionals. Our sizing philosophy focuses on precision, ensuring that every piece of gear—from the aerodynamic curve of a composite stick to the ergonomic fit of protective padding—enhances player performance and safety. Whether you are selecting your first junior set or upgrading to professional-grade goalkeeper armour, our guides are designed to help you achieve the perfect fit, minimizing distractions and maximizing control on the pitch.
How to Measure
- Height: Stand straight against a wall without shoes to determine your true height. This is critical for selecting the correct hockey stick length and goalkeeper body armour.
- Chest: Wrap a soft measuring tape around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape horizontal and level.
- Waist: Measure around your natural waistline, which is the narrowest part of your torso, just above the hips.
- Hips: Measure around the widest part of your hips and buttocks to ensure comfortable movement in apparel. Foot Length: Place your foot flat on a piece of paper, trace the outline, and measure the distance from the heel to the longest toe.
| Size Label | UK | US | EU | Chest (inches) | Waist (inches) | Hips (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | — | 34 | 44 | 33.5 | 31.5 | — |
| S | — | 36 | 46 | 36.0 | 32.0 | — |
| M | — | 38 | 48 | 39.0 | 32.0 | — |
| L | — | 40 | 50 | 41.75 | 32.25 | — |
| XL | — | 42 | 52 | 44.5 | 32.75 | — |
| XXL | — | 44 | 54 | 47.75 | 32.75 | — |
| Size Label | UK | US | EU | Chest (inches) | Waist (inches) | Hips (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 2 | 34 | 31.0 | 25.25 | 34.75 |
| 8 | 8 | 4 | 36 | 32.25 | 26.25 | 36.25 |
| 10 | 10 | 6 | 38 | 34.25 | 28.25 | 37.75 |
| 12 | 12 | 8 | 40 | 36.25 | 30.0 | 40.0 |
| 14 | 14 | 10 | 42 | 38.25 | 31.5 | 41.75 |
| 16 | 16 | 12 | 44 | 40.5 | 33.75 | 44.0 |
| 18 | 18 | 14 | 46 | 43.0 | 36.25 | 46.5 |
| 20 | 20 | 16 | 48 | 45.25 | 38.5 | 48.75 |
| UK | US Men's | US Women's | EU | Foot Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5 | 6 | 37 | 23.5 |
| 5 | 6 | 7 | 38 | 24.0 |
| 6 | 7 | 8 | 39 | 24.5 |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 41 | 25.5 |
| 8 | 9 | 10 | 42 | 26.5 |
| 9 | 10 | 11 | 43 | 27.0 |
| 10 | 11 | 12 | 44 | 28.0 |
| 11 | 12 | 13 | 45 | 28.5 |
| Stick Size (in) | Height (ft) | Height (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 24 | — | 92 |
| 26 | 3' 0" — 3' 4" | 92 — 102 |
| 27 | 3' 4" — 3' 6" | 102 — 107 |
| 28 | 3' 6" — 3' 10" | 107 — 117 |
| 30 | 3' 10" — 4' 0" | 117 — 122 |
| 32 | 4' 2" — 4' 4" | 127 — 132 |
| 34 | 4' 7" — 5' 0" | 140 — 152 |
| 35 | 5' 0" — 5' 4" | 152 — 162 |
| 36.5 | 5' 4" — 6' 0" | 162 — 184 |
| 37.5 | 6' 0" — 6' 4" | 184 — 193 |
| 38.5 | 6' 4" + | 193+ |
Product-Specific Guidance
Hockey Sticks: Choosing the correct length is vital for ball control. A stick that is too long can impede your ability to execute low shots, while a stick that is too short may force you into an awkward posture. Always match your stick size to your height as outlined in our stick chart.
Protective Gear: For gloves and shinguards, fit is paramount for safety. Gloves should be snug enough to provide protection without restricting finger dexterity. Shinguards should be measured from the top of the ankle to just below the knee to ensure maximum coverage of the shin bone.
Goalkeeper Equipment: Goalie armour, including body armour and leg guards, is sized based on player height. Ensure you measure your total height accurately, as goalkeeper gear is designed to provide a protective envelope around the body.
Sizing Tips
- When measuring for hockey shoes, always account for the thickness of your match socks; a slightly more generous fit is often preferable to prevent constriction.
- For protective gloves, prioritize the width measurement (mm) to ensure the glove can accommodate the breadth of your hand without causing discomfort.
- If you are between sizes in clothing, we recommend sizing up for performance layers to allow for better breathability and range of motion during intense play.
- Always measure your height without footwear to ensure the most accurate stick size selection.
- For junior players, ensure you are checking the age-specific (yrs) charts, as growth spurts can significantly impact the required size.
- When purchasing goalkeeper leg guards, ensure the height measurement aligns with the specific height ranges provided for S, M, and L sizes.