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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable and lighter, giving you a budget-friendly option with tons of curve choices for younger players. The Sherwood costs significantly more but delivers a premium build with a hybrid kick that works for everything and a signature Willy Styles colourway if that matters to you.

The numbers

Weight
365g20g lighter
385g
Price
US$255
Curves
5 options3 more
2 options
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

  • You're on a tight budget and want a solid junior stick without overspending
  • You need to try different curves and prefer having 5 blade pattern options
  • Lighter weight matters for your game and you want the easiest stick to handle

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • You want elite-level carbon construction that'll last and perform consistently
  • A hybrid kick point fits your shot style better than low kick options
  • You're willing to pay the premium for Sherwood's reputation and this specific Willy Styles edition

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 Red Lite - Junior

Sherwood

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Price
$119.99
$254.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
20, 30, 40
85
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP28, PP92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
365g
385g
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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