Franklin Sports NHL Kids Street Hockey Sticks - Youth to Senior

In this review of the Franklin Sports NHL Kids Street Hockey Stick line, the bottom line is simple: these sticks are a practical, budget-friendly option for players learning fundamentals and for casual driveway play. The sticks combine a lightweight multi-ply wood shaft with a rigid pre-curved ABS blade to make basic shooting and stickhandling feel natural, and they come in youth, junior and senior lengths to fit most kids. For a parent or coach who needs an officially licensed street hockey stick that performs reliably for practice and pickup games, this line is worth considering.

Key Features

• Multi-ply wood shaft: A high density poplar/birch shaft is built to be lightweight so players can move quicker and develop better agility during drills and games.
• Pre-curved ABS blade: The rigid pre-curved blade promotes more accurate shooting and consistent passing for players working on fundamentals.
• Training mode design: The stick is intended to support foundational skill practice, helping young players focus on stance, passing and shooting mechanics.
• Right hand shot option: A right hand shot configuration with a curved blade offers proper blade orientation for righty shooters learning technique.
• NHL licensed for street play: Official NHL licensing and sizing designed for 2 5/8' street hockey balls makes the stick suitable for standard street hockey sessions.

Who It's For

The Franklin Sports NHL kids street hockey sticks are best for beginner to intermediate youth and juniors who need a traditional-feel wooden shaft for practice and casual games. Parents buying a first stick for backyard, driveway or street hockey will appreciate the combination of real wood feel and a durable ABS blade to rehearse shooting form.

Players seeking a high-end, long-lasting competition stick or advanced composite performance should look elsewhere, as some customers report mixed durability under heavy or aggressive use. For learning skills, size options of 40in, 48in and 56in let you pick an appropriate fit by age and height.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Lightweight multi-ply wood shaft gives a natural feel and helps with player speed and stick control.
• Pre-curved ABS blade improves shooting accuracy for players practicing their shot.
• Comes in multiple sizes and right/left options to fit a range of youth players and play styles.
• Officially licensed for street hockey, so it pairs well with standard 2 5/8in street hockey balls.

Cons

• Durability is mixed in customer reports; some sticks break sooner than hoped under heavy use.

Specifications

Brand	Franklin Sports
Material - shaft	Multi-ply poplar/birch wood
Blade	Pre-curved rigid ABS
Hand	Right hand shot (righty)
Available lengths	40in, 48in, 56in
Intended ball	2 5/8in street hockey balls

Our Verdict

The Franklin Sports NHL kids street hockey sticks are a solid choice for beginners and casual youth players who need a lightweight, properly sized stick to work on shooting and handling. They offer good value for training and pickup play, though parents should weigh the mixed durability reports against their child's playing intensity before relying on these sticks for heavy use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes are available?
The sticks come in 40in, 48in and 56in lengths to fit youth, junior and senior players.

Is this stick suitable for street hockey balls?
Yes, it is officially licensed for street hockey and designed to be used with 2 5/8in street hockey balls.

Are left and right handed versions available?
This listing notes a right hand shot configuration; check the product options for left handed models.