Vaughn Velocity V9 Pro XP Intermediate Goalie Catch Glove

Vaughn Velocity V9 Pro Intermediate Goalie Catch Glove

New for 2020 is the Vaughn Velocity V9 XP Pro Catch Glove.  The Velocity XP glove is something entirely different for Vaughn as it has a 75 degree palm angle versus a 60 degree angle on the stock version.  The XP also has a one piece cuff versus the two piece cuff on the standard V9 catch glove.   The XP glove is made for a goalie that likes the feel of the CCM/Reebok Premier glove but wants to stay in the Vaughn family.  The Velocity V9 Pro XP glove has the single cuff design that adds strength and stability to the wrist area.  This feature is also popular with goalies that like to stick handle with the pocket of the glove facing upward.  The palm of the glove has an extra layer of foam on the outer portion of the glove that adds extra protection for the goalies hand. Another popular feature is the split T design of the pocket.  At the base of the pocket there is a single t that splits into a double t the higher it goes in the pocket.  The single t at the base gives the glove much more flexibility then a traditional double t base.  As the pocket transitions into a double t, the glove then takes on the soft open characteristic of a double t pocket.  This is popular as it creates a soft catching pocket which is much more forgiving then the single t pocket.  This t pocket design also allows the glove to open and close fully which give the goalie the blocking surface area and the max closure of the glove.

Vaughn Velocity V9 Pro Intermediate Catch Glove Features:

• Model Year: 2020
• New V9 Graphic
• Two-piece cuff and front design
• Defined break point for easy closing
• Reinforced finger perimeter edge
• Floating cuff design for added wrist movement
• Hex mesh inner lining for faster drying
• HD Foam in the back finger area for added protection to the backhand
• Finer tip deflecting rail with HD Foams
• Deep back thumb molds add stability and comfort
• 43” max perimeter size
• Cuff with no binding maximizes blocking surface
• Four section backhand padding for extra flexibility
• Internal grip rail on inside palm for more closing grip
• Mesh finger stalls for comfort and heat dispersal
• Full wrist strap allows for tighter adjustment
• Added padding in wrist strap for increased comfort
• Regular – Glove goes on the left hand
• Full Right – Glove goes on the right hand

Sizing Differences: Youth, Junior and Intermediate

Many parents do not understand the sizing terms used in goalie equipment. Youth, junior and intermediate are often confused as too which term goes with which age group. We will explain the differences to help eliminate any errors in the ordering process. Youth goalie gear is the smallest on the market. This is generally for your five year to eight year old goalies. Youth gear is generally less expensive and not made with high quality materials. Higher quality materials and foams at a youth level pose two issues. One; they are too stiff for a small goalie to move around and two; the goalie will outgrow the gear before they even break it in. Therefore it is ok to have lesser quality at the youth goalie gear age group. The junior goalie equipment is for the eight year to the twelve year old goalie. This again is not made with the highest quality materials. The quality is certainly better then the youth gaolie gear however the need for flexibility and movement outweighs the need for high end materials that will last several years. In the junior level gear, specs are more defined and equipment is made with performance in mind. Generally junior goalie equipment will have a lot of performance features that will be found in higher level gear. Lastly is the intermediate level goalie equipment. Intermediate gear is generally for eleven to fourteen year old goalies or even smaller adults. This gear generally uses higher density foams and higher quality materials. Goalies in this age group put a lot of wear and tear on their gear so manufactures need to build it accordingly. Everything about intermediate gear is made with higher level performance features and extra protection features. Players at this age group are playing faster and shooting harder therefore the goalie gear needs to be better as well.