Shoulder
pads cover the shoulders, the upper forearms and the front and back of
the torso. No-check hockey players do not need heavy shoulder pads but
do need shoulder pads of enough strength to deflect a shot or an errant
stick.Shoulder Guards are used for full protection to upper torso with extra padding on the shoulders.
Elbow Pads
Elbow pads are worn by players to protect their elbows and the portions of the arms that above and below the elbow. Players with good quality shoulder pads, elbow pads and gloves should have very little of their arms exposed.
