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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Green Lite is way more affordable and gives you three flex options with five curve choices, making it easy to find what fits. The True Catalyst is a pro stock stick built to one exact NHL spec with a mid-kick that's proven for shooting, but costs more and demands a stronger player to use it properly.

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're a junior player still figuring out which flex and curve work best for you
  • Budget matters and you want to try different setups without spending a lot
  • You want lighter stick options since the 365g weight is solid for juniors

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

  • You're a stronger, more developed player who shoots hard and wants an NHL-level mid-kick feel
  • You already know you like the TC2.5 Mid curve and an 80 flex
  • You want genuine pro stock specs and don't need customization options

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 Ty Higgins

Price
$119.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40
80
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
TC2.5 Mid
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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