Sty is important for a player’s confidence and performance. Because when you look good, you play good.
1. Cage Hang
Loosen the straps on your helmet’s cage so it hangs a bit farther from your chin. Don’t go too far, you don’t want to catch a puck in the chin.
2. Tighten Those Socks
Next, make sure your socks are tight over your shin pads. Don’t want your socks lookin wrinklier than a grandma’s bulldog. Really easy to do so there is no excuse for wrinkle socks. If your socks are too big, hold them tight, then use clear tape on your thigh and on your shins. You can figure it out.
3. Proper Equipment Fit
Ensure all your gear fits well. Not too tight, not too loose. Sometimes it is out of your control (your team gives you a jersey that fits like a graduation gown) but try your best to get things that fit.
4. Brand Consistency
Stick to one brand for a cohesive look. Whether it’s Bauer or CCM, using the same brand for most of your gear just looks better.
5. Get Some Lettuce
Lettuce, flow, whatever you call it – having a good head of hair peeking out from under your helmet is a great way to increase your sty. Grow it out and let it flow for that hockey look.
6. Tuck Your Skate Tongues
Tucking your skate tongues under your shin pads is the move. At least I think so. I don’t like my skate tongues flopping around all lackadaisical. But it’s really up to personal preference.
7. Use White Laces
Finally, swap out any colored laces for white ones. I wish we could rock crazy laces and still be cool, but it’s just not the case. Anyone with black or colored laces is immediately going to come off as a worse player.
8. Confidence is Key
Style isn’t just about what you wear; it’s about how you carry yourself. Skate with confidence and own your look.
