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Bauer Proto2 Junior vs Warrior Alpha LX3 Team

Proto2 Junior
Bauer$279.99
Alpha LX3 Team
Warrior$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 Junior is a premium elite stick with a mid kick built specifically for younger players who want explosive shot accuracy, while the Alpha LX3 Team is way more affordable, offers a much wider curve selection, and covers a broader range of flex options for growing players. If budget and versatility matter more than top-tier materials, the LX3 Team is the practical choice.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$270
US$180US$90 cheaper
Curves
2 options
6 options4 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Proto2 Junior

  • You want elite-level carbon construction for a junior player
  • Your kid shoots a lot and benefits from a consistent mid kick
  • P92 or P28 covers their preferred curve

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3 Team

  • You need more flex options to match a player who is still growing
  • You want a much wider curve selection to find the right fit
  • You want solid hybrid kick performance at a noticeably lower price point

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

Bauer

Proto2 Junior

Warrior

Alpha LX3 Team

Price
$279.99
$179.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
Warrior
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Mid-Range
Flex options
30, 40, 50
55, 65, 70, 75, 85, 95, 105
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
W03, W28, W88, W90TM, W02, W05
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
TeXtreme carbon fiber with Boron fibers
Minimus 6 carbon, L.155 one-piece
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
N/A
Position
Forward
N/A

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