

An INT hockey stick is an excellent choice for a young player transitioning from a junior stick toward an adult stick size. Among intermediate sticks from Bauer, CCM, and Warrior, you will find options to match different flex ratings, blade patterns, and playing styles. INT sticks are also suitable for smaller players who appreciate a stick that is lighter and easier to flex than a senior stick. Choose the right flex and find a stick that works for your game.










































INT-sized ice hockey sticks sit between junior (JR) and senior (SR) models. They are especially suitable for growing players who have outgrown the length or flex of a junior stick, but for whom a senior stick is still too large. Intermediate sticks are available in a variety of flex options, helping players find the ideal stiffness to match their size, strength, and shooting technique.
Our selection features Bauer, CCM, and Warrior ice hockey sticks across various price ranges. We offer lightweight, elite-level composite sticks for competitive league play, as well as more affordable options for training and recreational hockey. The model lineups differ in characteristics such as kick point, shaft profile, and blade feel. These features play a significant role in how the stick performs during shooting and puck handling.
The flex ratings of INT sticks are softer than those of senior sticks. A lower flex rating indicates a shaft that bends more easily, helping the player load the stick more effectively when shooting. When choosing the appropriate flex, consider the player's size, strength, and shooting technique.
Read more about selecting a stick in our ice hockey stick buying guide. The guide offers tips on choosing the right length, flex rating, blade pattern, and kick point.
If an INT stick is starting to get too short, explore our adult SR ice hockey sticks. For younger players, suitable options can be found in our JR ice hockey stick selection.
An intermediate ice hockey stick is designed especially for young players transitioning from junior equipment to senior sticks. This size category also perfectly serves lighter or shorter adult players who benefit from a more flexible shaft and a slimmer shaft profile.
The flex rating indicates the stiffness of the stick's shaft, and for intermediate sticks, it typically falls between 55 and 65 flex. The right stiffness allows optimal loading of the stick during a shot, generating more power on the puck with less physical effort.
Choosing the right blade pattern largely depends on playing position and personal preferences in puck handling. The most popular blade patterns make wrist shots and elevating the puck in tight spaces easier (P28, P86, and P90tm), while straighter blades (P29, P92) offer precision for backhands and passing.
When a carbon fiber stick shaft is cut shorter, its effective stiffness increases and the stick becomes stiffer. Sticks should only be cut down moderately to ensure their engineered flex characteristics remain as effective as possible.