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Sherwood Playrite vs Warrior Alpha LX3 Pro

Playrite
Sherwood$59.99 USD
Alpha LX3 Pro
Warrior$419.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Playrite is way more affordable and built to survive your first season without breaking the bank, but you're getting a heavy stick with basic construction. The Alpha LX3 Pro costs six times more and delivers a noticeably lighter, more responsive stick with better blade durability and explosive feel, designed for players who skate hard and demand performance.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$60US$310 cheaper
US$370
Curves
1 option
5 options4 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Sherwood Playrite

  • You're brand new to hockey and don't want to drop real money yet
  • You're buying for a kid who might quit next month
  • You just need something that shoots and won't snap in half during learning

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3 Pro

  • You play multiple times a week and want a stick that actually responds to your technique
  • You're tired of heavy sticks slowing down your shot release
  • You want a blade that holds up through a full season without breaking down
  • You care about control and want multiple curve options to dial in your preference

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.

Sherwood

Playrite

Warrior

Alpha LX3 Pro

Price
$59.99 USD
$419.99
Brand
Sherwood
Warrior
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Flex options
15, 25, 35, 45
20
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
PP28
M03, M28, W03, W28, W9T
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Alloy Carbon, PL188, Minimus Carbon 25
Weight
N/A
365g
Level
N/A
Senior
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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