Vaughn ION Intermediate Goalie Blocker
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The Vaughn ION blocker is Vaughn’s top-of-the-line goalie blocker in 2026. It is built with a rigid high-density board and composite reinforcement for fast rebounds, balanced coverage and mobile wrist movement. Made with lightweight materials, and available in a full-right option, this blocker is a solid option for goalies looking to take their game to the next level.
External Material
The outside of this catcher has been made with traditional JenPro external material, which can be found on a lot of high-end goalie equipment. JenPro is a staple durable synthetic leather material that is well known for its durability and longevity that it provides to goalie equipment. The blocker is also constructed with QuickSlide accents in high wear areas to provide further durability.
Internal Construction
This blocker has a molded inner core foam board construction. This design keeps the blocker lightweight and mobile so goalies aren’t feeling restricted with a heavy blocker. The blocker board features thick HD foam with added rigidity to the blocker which provides more active rebounds.
Palm Material
When creating this palm, Vaughn wanted it to be comfortable and durable. The VX Suede palm is designed for dexterity and stick control, providing goalies additional grip when holding onto their sticks. The palm also features ventilation ports which improve the breathability of this palm, keeping it fresh for longer.
Side Hand Protection
The side of the hand is protected with a larger style side shield. The stiff high-density shield inserts are reinforced with a HD foam internal structure. This construction allows the goalie to have protection in all the key areas, providing protection in those key areas.
Cuff Design
The ION blocker is designed with an open style cuff. This build allows for more wrist rotation and mobility for goalies, allowing goalies to move more freely while making saves. Additionally, it allows goalies to improve rebound control by getting their blocker in the way of shots. Having high and positioning on the blocker increases the downwards coverage area, maximizing net coverage.
Finger & Hand Protection
The hand is protected with a molded anatomically shaped back hand padding. The anatomical padding is designed to mold to the natural shape of your hand, providing coverage in all of the critical areas, with added comfort and glove control. The fingers on this blocker feature full finger protection end pads with HD inserts to provide comfort as well as protection from all impacts.
Strapping
The blocker is equipped with a velcro wrist adjustable strap. The strap allows the goalie to achieve a fit that is custom and tailored to their needs. The nylon strap allows for the tension to be tightened or loosened based on personal preference, keeping the blocker in place.
Sizing & Colors
The Vaughn ION Intermediate Goalie Blocker comes in the following colors, Black, White, White/Black, White/Blue, and White/Red. This blocker also comes in a full-right option, which is designed for those who use their blocker on their left hand.
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Elite |
| External Material | JenPro w/ Quickslide Accents |
| Internal Construction | HD Foam |
| Palm Material | VX Suede |
| Side Hand Protection | HD Foam |
| Cuff Design | Open |
| Finger & Hand Protection | Full Coverage Finger w/ HD Foam Backhand Pad |
| Strapping | Velcro Wrist Strap |
| Warranty | 90 Days |
| Senior | *7" - 8 ½" |
|---|---|
| Intermediate | 6 ⅓" - 7" |
| Junior | 5 ¾" - 6 ⅓" |
| Youth | 4 ½" - 5 ¾" |
| *8" - 8 ½" is typically seen as a SR-XL palm **Hand Measurement is made from heel of palm to the tip of your middle finger |
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Goalie Blockers Sizing
More times than not, the fit of your Goalie Blocker is often overlooked. This is likely the result of the limited size availability compared to other pieces of equipment, however a properly sized Blocker provides you the protection and stick control you trust.
Which Blocker Size is for you?
The first step to finding the correct Blocker size is to utilize the “heel-of-palm-to-tip-of-middle-finger” measurement. This measurement will generally send you to the appropriate size you need.
Analyzing the Blocker Fit
It is important to ensure that the fingers tips lie close to the seam of the palm, or within 0.5” if the Blocker is for a young growing goaltender. Next you want to ensure the adjustable wrist strap goes directly across the wrist bone, and has minimal to no interference with your chest protector. The goaltender should be able to swivel their wrist to accommodate a range of save selections without any restrictions from the chest protector. You also want to ensure that the goalie can maintain control of their stick in addition to being able to maneuver the blocker when handling the puck.
Which Hand Do I Need?
Figuring out which hand you need for your Blocker can be slightly confusing. Goalies generally refer to themselves as "REGULAR" or "FULL RIGHT". Below is the easiest way to simplify which hand you need.
- Blocker Hands Simplified
- Regular - Blocker worn on your Right Hand
- Full Right - Blocker worn on your Left Hand
Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine with Cam from The Hockey Shop Goal Department. Published January 2026.
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Elite |
| External Material | JenPro w/ Quickslide Accents |
| Internal Construction | HD Foam |
| Palm Material | VX Suede |
| Side Hand Protection | HD Foam |
| Cuff Design | Open |
| Finger & Hand Protection | Full Coverage Finger w/ HD Foam Backhand Pad |
| Strapping | Velcro Wrist Strap |
| Warranty | 90 Days |
| Senior | *7" - 8 ½" |
|---|---|
| Intermediate | 6 ⅓" - 7" |
| Junior | 5 ¾" - 6 ⅓" |
| Youth | 4 ½" - 5 ¾" |
| *8" - 8 ½" is typically seen as a SR-XL palm **Hand Measurement is made from heel of palm to the tip of your middle finger |
|
Goalie Blockers Sizing
More times than not, the fit of your Goalie Blocker is often overlooked. This is likely the result of the limited size availability compared to other pieces of equipment, however a properly sized Blocker provides you the protection and stick control you trust.
Which Blocker Size is for you?
The first step to finding the correct Blocker size is to utilize the “heel-of-palm-to-tip-of-middle-finger” measurement. This measurement will generally send you to the appropriate size you need.
Analyzing the Blocker Fit
It is important to ensure that the fingers tips lie close to the seam of the palm, or within 0.5” if the Blocker is for a young growing goaltender. Next you want to ensure the adjustable wrist strap goes directly across the wrist bone, and has minimal to no interference with your chest protector. The goaltender should be able to swivel their wrist to accommodate a range of save selections without any restrictions from the chest protector. You also want to ensure that the goalie can maintain control of their stick in addition to being able to maneuver the blocker when handling the puck.
Which Hand Do I Need?
Figuring out which hand you need for your Blocker can be slightly confusing. Goalies generally refer to themselves as "REGULAR" or "FULL RIGHT". Below is the easiest way to simplify which hand you need.
- Blocker Hands Simplified
- Regular - Blocker worn on your Right Hand
- Full Right - Blocker worn on your Left Hand
