{"id":1493,"date":"2026-10-18T17:00:24","date_gmt":"2026-10-18T09:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/?p=1493"},"modified":"2026-10-18T17:00:24","modified_gmt":"2026-10-18T09:00:24","slug":"left-vs-right-floorball-stick-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/?p=1493","title":{"rendered":"Left or Right Floorball Stick? How to Choose Your Playing Side"},"content":{"rendered":"

Quick answer:<\/strong> In floorball, a left<\/strong> stick normally means your left hand is lower<\/strong> on the shaft, closer to the blade, and you play the ball mainly on your left side. A right<\/strong> stick means your right hand is lower<\/strong> and you play mainly on your right side. Your writing hand does not automatically decide your floorball stick side.<\/p>\n

Left vs right floorball sticks: the simple table<\/h2>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
<\/th>\nLeft stick \/ left shot<\/th>\nRight stick \/ right shot<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Lower hand<\/td>\nLeft hand<\/td>\nRight hand<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Top hand<\/td>\nRight hand<\/td>\nLeft hand<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Usual shooting side<\/td>\nLeft of your body<\/td>\nRight of your body<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Blade orientation<\/td>\nMade for left-side play<\/td>\nMade for right-side play<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

How to find your natural floorball side<\/h2>\n
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  1. Pick up a broom or stick naturally.<\/strong> Without thinking too much, hold it as though you were sweeping or making a gentle pass.<\/li>\n
  2. Look at your lower hand.<\/strong> Left hand lower usually indicates a left-playing stick; right hand lower indicates a right-playing stick.<\/li>\n
  3. Try both sides if you can.<\/strong> Make several gentle passes, receive a ball and practise a controlled shot using an appropriately sized floorball stick.<\/li>\n
  4. Choose comfort and control.<\/strong> The best side is the one that makes your movement feel coordinated and natural, not the one you assume matches your writing hand.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    I’m right-handed. Do I need a right floorball stick?<\/h2>\n

    No. Many right-handed people prefer to play with the right hand at the top<\/em> of the shaft and their left hand lower \u2014 which is a left<\/strong> floorball stick. Some right-handed players prefer the opposite. There’s no need to force a particular choice based solely on handwriting.<\/p>\n

    What if I played field hockey before?<\/h2>\n

    Field hockey teaches a different stick orientation and use of the flat face, so an experienced field-hockey player may initially prefer a particular grip. Floorball allows a different approach: try both left and right sticks rather than assuming your old hockey grip must determine your choice. For a broader rules comparison, read our floorball vs field hockey guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Does stick length matter as much as the side?<\/h2>\n

    Yes. A stick that is too long or too short can make ball handling awkward, even when you have the right shooting side. Select a length appropriate to the player’s height and stance, and seek advice before buying a first stick. Youth players in particular should try a suitably sized stick rather than simply borrowing an adult-length model.<\/p>\n

    Can I switch sides later?<\/h2>\n

    Yes, but you may need time to relearn your grip, receiving and shooting. Beginners should experiment early, before purchasing an expensive stick or building habits around an uncomfortable side.<\/p>\n

    Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n

    Does left stick mean left-handed person?<\/h3>\n

    No. It describes which hand is lower on the shaft and the preferred playing side, not the hand you write with.<\/p>\n

    Where is my right hand on a left floorball stick?<\/h3>\n

    At the top of the shaft. Your left hand sits lower.<\/p>\n

    Can you use both sides of the blade?<\/h3>\n

    Yes, subject to the rules of safe play. Left and right describe the stick’s intended shooting side and blade shape, rather than prohibiting all backhand touches.<\/p>\n

    Should I buy a stick before my first lesson?<\/h3>\n

    If the organiser has loan sticks, wait until you’ve tried both sides. Perth Pirates’ proposed First Stick introductory sessions<\/a> are designed to help newcomers give the sport a go; confirm availability and loan equipment when enquiring.<\/p>\n

    Further reading: Floorball Victoria equipment guidance<\/a>, IFF Learn, Start, Play guide<\/a>.<\/small><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Not sure whether to buy a left or right floorball stick? Learn the simple lower-hand test, why writing hand isn’t decisive and what to try before buying.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1493","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1493","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1493"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1493\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1495,"href":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1493\/revisions\/1495"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1493"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1493"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.perthpiratesfbc.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1493"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}