Coveted A5 Junior Goalie Mask
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As shots get harder as head shots become a higher and higher risk, the importance of a fiberglass mask cannot be overstated for the protection of the goaltender. The Coveted A5 brings an uncompromising high quality fiberglass and kevlar shell to those goalies that need high level protection in a smaller mask.
Utilizing a hand laid design, the Coveted A5 is built like the masks of old and it's quality shows. The hand laid layers of fiberglass as well as the kevlar reinforcement in in the Coveted A5 junior goalie mask are bonded with an epoxy resin to ensure a very strong shell construction. Finished with a gloss paint job, the Coveted A5 has high level looks to go along with its high level junior mask performance.
A solid shell doesn't do goalies any good if it is not comfortable however. Using die cut neoprene foam, the Coveted A5 junior mask makes sure to have a comfortable feel on the head, with soft foam to support hard impacts as well. Coveted also uses a stainless steel cage and hardware for the cage to ensure that both the cage and the hardware do not prematurely wear due to rust and corrosion.
The 5 point attachment harness also makes the mask adjustable enough to fit and grow with goalies over the life of the mask. Both the S and the M size A5 goalie masks are classified as junior sizes, while the L and the XL would fall under the senior category.
The Coveted A5 junior goalie mask also has an included padded mask bag so that it can be kept safe from the rest of the contents of your hockey bag.
Junior sized goalies that are looking for that next step in protection from their polycarbonate masks should add the Coveted A5 to their shortlist of mask upgrades to achieve high end protection.
| Coveted A5 Goal Mask Sizing Chart | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mask Size | Crown Diameter | Temple Fit | Cheek Fit | Chin Fit |
| Junior - Small | 20 1/4” | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Junior - Medium | 21 1/4” | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Senior - Large | 21 1/4” | Medium-Wide | Medium-Wide | Medium-Wide |
| Senior - Extra Large | 22 3/4" | Medium-Wide | Medium-Wide | Medium-Wide |
When purchasing a new mask it is crucial to ensure that it fits properly. Even entry-level masks with a proper fit will do a better job at protecting the head compared to a superior model that is ill fitted. Unlike other pieces of gear, we usually wouldn’t size for growth as a) it sacrifices protection and b) the mask will expand over time creating more room for a growing head.
The first step is to approximate the size using the sizing charts listed on any individual mask’s product page on our website; usually this is accomplished by matching a head circumference and/or hat size to a given mask size. When measuring your head’s circumference, it is important to measure at approximately 1” above the eyebrows while keeping the tape measure parallel (at the “hat line”) around the entire head. In addition, when using hat sizes should be those of fitted hats that aren’t overly tight or loose.
Once a size has been established there are four parameters the goaltender should be looking for:
- 1) The top edge of the window (opening inside the cage) is about 1” above the eyebrows and the sweatband inside the mask sits directly on the skin (ie. there is no gap between the mask and forehead).
- 2) The backplate hugs the back of the goaltender’s head and its edges don’t extend past the edges of the mask’s shell. Here, we want to reduce the possibility for gaps at the back of the goaltender’s head as well as ensuring the head is secure inside the mask. It should be noted, that if all other parameters are met as far as fitting is concerned, the backplate extending a little too far isn’t of major concern.
- 3) The chin cup is tightened such that it is worn securely against the chin and prevents the mask from shifting up and down while on the head.
- 4) The temples and/or cheeks are snug against the foam of the mask such that there are little to no visible gaps on each side of the head and prevents the mask from shifting laterally while on the head.
Once these have been accounted for an indicator of good fit is if the mask shifts on the head. Try grabbing the cage and shaking the mask back and forth – if the mask forces your head to move (rather than the mask moving on your head) you’ve got a great fit!
Lastly, be sure to check your fit every few months or so as compressed foams, dented cages and stretched harnesses will make the mask loose over time.
