Check the rules for the league and age group before choosing a ball hockey goalie mask. Product labels are model-specific: Franklin says its GFM 1500 is for official 2 5/8-inch street hockey balls, recommends ages 6 to 12, and is not HECC or CSA certified. The CBHA lists CSA requirements, so compare the exact mask with the rules that govern play.
Check the rules for the league and age group before buying a ball hockey goalie mask. A street-hockey label does not establish eligibility for every league. Franklin’s GFM 1500, for example, is listed for a specific street ball and is not HECC or CSA certified.
Compare the league rule and model label
| Check | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| League and age group | Read the current equipment rules for the competition. |
| Helmet and face protection | Match the required certification and face-protection configuration to the exact model. |
| Ball type | Compare the product’s stated ball size with the league’s allowed ball. |
| Fit | Follow the maker’s size guidance, strap directions and fit instructions. |
The Canadian Ball Hockey Association says all players must wear a CSA-approved helmet. It also requires CSA-approved full facial protection for players under 18. These are CBHA requirements; other leagues can publish different rules, so check the rulebook that governs the games being played.
Read the exact product details
Franklin lists its GFM 1500 as a street-hockey goalie mask recommended for ages 6 to 12. Its product page describes an adjustable back plate and quick-snap straps, specifies an official 2 5/8-inch street hockey ball, and states that the mask is not HECC or CSA certified and is not for ice hockey or puck play. Those details belong to this model; check the current product page for any other mask.
Try a mask only as its maker directs and compare the listed sizing with the player. When a league requires a particular certification, confirm that the certification applies to the exact mask and size, not just the product category or brand name.
Keep street and ice hockey equipment separate
USA Hockey’s current rules require goalkeepers to wear helmets and full facemasks. Goalkeepers in classifications other than Adults must use HECC-certified helmets and full facemasks. Franklin says the GFM 1500 is not HECC or CSA certified and is not for ice hockey or puck play, so do not select that model for USA Hockey ice games. Check the exact rules for your league before buying.
For the rest of the set, see the ball hockey goalie equipment guide. The street hockey ball guide explains the ball options used in street play.
Related guides
- Ball hockey goalie equipment
- Street hockey balls and pucks
- Hockey helmet certification
- Street hockey
Official sources
Checked November 5, 2026.
- Canadian Ball Hockey Association: Equipment
- Canadian Ball Hockey Association: 2026 Rulebook page
- Franklin Sports: GFM 1500 goalie face mask
- USA Hockey: 2025–29 Official Rules of Ice Hockey, Rules 303 and 304
- USA Hockey: 2025–29 Official Rules and Casebook of Ice Hockey, Casebook Rule 303 Situation 3, which specifies HECC-certified headgear for Youth, High School and Girls’ classifications and full facemasks for Adult goalkeepers.
Common questions
How do I choose a ball hockey goalie mask?
Start with the league’s current equipment rules and the goalie’s age group. Then check the exact mask’s listed fit, ball type and certification details.
Can I use a street hockey goalie mask for ice hockey?
Check the exact model and ice hockey rules. Franklin states that its GFM 1500 is not HECC or CSA certified and is not for ice hockey or puck play.
What ball fits a Franklin GFM 1500 mask?
Franklin lists the GFM 1500 for official-size 2 5/8-inch street hockey balls. Check your league’s ball rule and the product details for the exact mask.
Does a ball hockey goalie mask need CSA approval?
Requirements depend on the league and age group. The CBHA says all players must wear a CSA-approved helmet and players under 18 must wear CSA-approved full facial protection; check the current rulebook for your competition.