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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Green Lite is way more affordable and gives you three flex options plus five curve choices, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a pro-spec stick locked into one fixed flex and curve but built with genuine NHL-level layup. You're choosing between budget flexibility versus premium single-spec performance.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$160
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior

  • You want to try different flex ratings to find what works for your shot
  • You need a lighter stick that's easy to handle as a junior player
  • You want curve options without spending more money

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • You already know you shoot better with a mid-kick feel and 90 flex
  • You're a stronger player who can handle pro-spec stiffness
  • You want the exact same stick NHL players use rather than a budget alternative

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.

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price
$119.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40
90
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T88
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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