How Do I Properly Tape A Hockey Stick?

Hockey players can choose a hockey stick made from aluminum, carbon fiber, wood or Kevlar. Aluminum sticks are good for beginning hockey players as they are relatively inexpensive. However, it is important to find a high-quality stick regardless of the material, since good sticks will last longer and need fewer repairs than lower-quality sticks. Taping a hockey stick gives it a manageable grip, allowing for easier puck handling.

Step 1

Purchase a roll of white or black hockey tape. Start wrapping the hockey tape around the blade of the hockey stick approximately an inch from the heel of the stick. Start the tape on the top of edge of the blade in order to prevent the tape from unwrapping.

Step 2

Continue wrapping the tape around the blade. Make sure to overlap the layers of tape as you reach the top of the hockey blade. Once the tape is an inch from the end of the stick blade, end the tape, making sure to stop at the top of the blade. Be careful when applying tape, as too much can make the stick heavy and hard to handle.