The attached graphic shows the equipment needed to play ringette:
Notes:
All U12/U14/16/19 players will wear NW ringette pants (black pants with red and white stripes on one leg) and a NW coloured helmet. NW coloured helmets include black, red and white helmets. This policy is in effect for both evaluations and regular season play.
- Shoulder pads are required for all athletes from AS to U19.
- One light and one dark practice jersey are suggested (varies by team). Game jerseys are provided by NW Ringette.
- Please note that a ringette mask (or cage) is different from a hockey mask.
- Neck guard must be BNQ certified.
- From the Ringette Rulebook, the height/length of the stick cannot extend above the player’s armpit while the player is wearing skates. However, the proper stick length is mid-bicep/mid-riff.
- Undergarments are required as well for comfort. Some players prefer wearing socks inside their skates while others do not. A long sleeve undershirt and pants are recommended so the straps from elbow and shin pads do not irritate the player‘s skin.
- A water bottle is very important for hydration. Younger athletes will find s squeeze bottle with long straw easier to use without removing their mask.
- Something to keep long hair back from the face is recommended. Either a ponytail elastic or a ringette skull cap works well.
- Equipment bag large enough to carry all your ringette gear. Wheeled bags are easiest for transporting gear.
- Google each piece of equipment to learn more about proper fitting for safety and performance. There are many videos online for sizing etc.
Special thanks to Thu Blackwell for creating this graphic and Clint Warkentin for the photo.
Last revised Sept 2022
