Vaughn Velocity VE8 Junior Goalie Blocker
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For many goalies a blocker is a blocker, but with the release of the VE8 junior goalie blocker Vaughn is trying to make that a much harder choice. The VE8's focus is on a comfortable feel with solid protection on the hand and fingers, and achieves this with the same quality Vaughn has come to be known for.
Part of a comfortable blocker is being able to put your stick and hand where you need it to go without being inhibited. To help with this Vaughn has included a narrower profile on the thumb of the VE8 junior goalie blocker. This thumb while offering more stick mobility for the goalie also helps with durability on the sides of the thumb piece where modern composite sticks have a grippy material.
Also one of the most important parts of the comfort of a blocker is the palm material that is used. The VE8 junior goalie blocker features a VX suede palm. This material is a very soft comfortable material that has been seen on previous pro models from Vaughn. The VX suede palm offers a grip zone that increases the durability of the palm area as well as increasing the goalies grip on their stick during play.
For goalies looking for a comfortable high quality blocker, the VE8 junior blocker should definitely be on the list.
| Senior | *7" - 8 ½" |
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| 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
