Hockey Trading Pins
If your net goal is to score great hockey trading pins, your power play is right here! Trading Pins Direct is your one-stop shop for the best in custom hockey pins. We offer free artwork and revisions, and our artists are the best in the business.
We feature a full range of pin styles, sizes and options to ensure your pins are perfect for your team, and your budget. We back everything we sell with our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. You can count on Trading Pins Direct for the best hockey pins you’ll find anywhere!
| Size | 100 | 200 | 300 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 2000 |
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| 1.25" | $3.17 | $2.62 | $1.83 | $1.27 | $1.14 | $1.01 | $0.99 |
| 1.5" | $3.40 | $2.85 | $2.05 | $1.54 | $1.46 | $1.25 | $1.15 |
| 1.75" | $3.58 | $3.20 | $2.50 | $1.90 | $1.83 | $1.54 | $1.36 |
| 2" | $4.02 | $3.35 | $2.77 | $2.17 | $2.01 | $1.78 | $1.68 |
| 2.25" | $5.64 | $4.24 | $3.58 | $2.81 | $2.60 | $2.52 | $2.23 |
| 2.5" | $6.40 | $4.70 | $4.32 | $3.58 | $3.35 | $3.27 | $2.97 |
| 2.75" | $7.16 | $5.50 | $4.91 | $4.16 | $3.93 | $3.83 | $3.51 |
| 3.00" | $7.92 | $6.31 | $5.49 | $4.72 | $4.49 | $4.37 | $4.05 |
Hockey Pins for Tournament Teams
Pin trading is deeply ingrained in youth hockey culture. From the legendary Quebec International Pee-Wee Tournament to the Brick Invitational, Silver Sticks, and USA Hockey National Championships, pins serve as tangible memories of tournament experiences.
Travel teams, AAA, AA, and A tier, create custom pins for each major tournament. House league teams order pins for end-of-season events and all-star games. Parents display pin collections on team jackets and lanyards, creating timelines from Mites through Midgets.
Classic Hockey Design Elements
Crossed hockey sticks are the most recognizable element, often paired with pucks rendered with realistic texture. Goalie masks add personality, some teams feature their goalie's actual mask design. Skates in motion with ice spray effects convey speed and action.
Add ice effects like frozen backgrounds, icicles, or cracked ice patterns. State or province outlines show regional pride. Division levels (Mite, Squirt, Peewee, Bantam, Midget) and tier designations (AAA, AA, A) are essential identifiers in competitive youth hockey.
Choosing the Right Size
For Mite and Squirt (ages 6-10): Choose 1.25-1.5 inch pins. Appropriately sized for younger players' gear bags and budget-friendly for families.
For Peewee and Bantam (ages 11-14): The 1.5-1.75 inch size is most popular. Great detail for team logos, mascots, and player info when ordering 150-200 pins.
For Midget and high school (ages 15-18): Teams often prefer 1.75-2 inch pins for maximum visual impact and intricate designs.
Quantity guide: Hockey teams order 150-200 pins for house league (15-18 players). Competitive AAA teams attending major tournaments often order 200-250 pins—trading culture is particularly strong in elite youth hockey.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are trading pins popular at youth hockey tournaments?
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Yes! Hockey trading pins are extremely popular at youth hockey tournaments across North America, particularly in hockey hotbeds like Minnesota, Michigan, Massachusetts, and throughout Canada. Major tournaments like Quebec International Pee-Wee, Brick Invitational, Silver Sticks, and USA Hockey National Championships see extensive pin trading. Teams use pins to commemorate tournament appearances and build team spirit throughout the season.
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What design elements work best for hockey pins?
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Popular hockey pin designs feature crossed hockey sticks, pucks in motion, goalie masks, skates, and team mascots in hockey gear. Many teams incorporate ice effects, motion lines, or flames to convey speed and intensity. State or province outlines show geographic pride. Team colors with glitter enamel backgrounds create visual impact. For travel teams, tournament names, division levels (Mite, Squirt, Peewee, Bantam, Midget), and AAA/AA/A tier designations are common additions.
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Can I add player names or numbers to hockey pins?
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Absolutely! Many hockey teams add player names or jersey numbers around the pin border. This is especially popular for tournament commemorative pins and select/all-star teams. For standard team rosters (15-18 players), names can fit around larger pins (1.75-2 inches). Jersey numbers work well for any size pin and help players identify their pin quickly during trades.
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What size pins should youth hockey teams order?
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For Mite and Squirt divisions (ages 6-10), 1.25-1.5 inch pins work perfectly—appropriate for younger players and budget-friendly. Peewee and Bantam teams (ages 11-14) typically choose 1.5-1.75 inch pins offering good detail for team logos and player info. Midget and high school teams (ages 15-18) often prefer 1.75-2 inch pins for maximum visual impact. The 1.5 inch size remains most popular across all age groups.
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How many pins do hockey teams typically order?
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Most youth hockey teams order 150-200 pins. Standard house league teams (15-18 players) order 150 pins providing 8-10 per player. Competitive travel and AAA teams attending major tournaments often order 200-250 pins since trading is more active at elite events. Pin trading culture is strong in youth hockey, so teams typically order more pins than other sports to ensure adequate supply for week-long tournaments.
