Overview
The CCM S26 Tacks Vector Premier Junior Shin Guards are a Source for Sports Exclusive designed for competitive junior players who want dependable protection, comfortable coverage, and the secure feel associated with CCMâs Tacks protective family. Built for the demands of fast, physical hockey, the Vector Premier helps protect key impact areas while allowing young players to skate and move naturally.
Designed with developing competitive players in mind, the Tacks Vector Premier Junior provides protective coverage through the knee and shin while maintaining a comfortable, game-ready fit. Whether blocking shots, battling along the boards, or competing in front of the net, these shin guards are built to give junior players confidence shift after shift.
Key Features
Source for Sports Exclusive
The CCM Tacks Vector Premier is a Source for Sports Exclusive, giving players access to a unique Tacks protective model available through Source for Sports retailers.
Tacks Protective Design
Built within CCMâs Tacks protective family, the Vector Premier is designed around coverage and protection for players who compete in high-traffic areas and regularly encounter sticks, pucks, and body contact.
Protective Shin Coverage
The shin portion provides structured coverage over one of the most exposed areas of a player's lower leg, helping disperse impacts from pucks, sticks, falls, and contact during play.
Knee Protection
A protective knee cap helps provide coverage around the knee joint, an important impact zone when blocking shots, battling for loose pucks, or falling to the ice.
Calf Coverage
Additional protection around the leg helps extend coverage beyond the front of the shin, giving competitive junior players more confidence during battles and high-contact situations.
Secure Strapping System
A secure fit is essential for keeping protection where it belongs. The Vector Premier is designed to stay comfortably positioned around the leg while still allowing the player to move naturally through their skating stride.
Comfortable Interior
The interior is designed to provide a comfortable feel against the leg, helping junior players stay focused on the game while wearing their protective equipment through practices and games.
Fit & Feel
Protective Tacks Feel
The Tacks Vector Premier Junior is geared toward players who prioritize protective coverage while still needing enough mobility for fast skating and quick changes of direction.
Secure & Comfortable
A properly fitted shin guard should remain centred over the knee and shin during play. The Vector Premier's fit is designed to help maintain that secure positioning while allowing natural movement.
Built for Competitive Junior Hockey
Junior sizing provides younger players with appropriately proportioned protection, avoiding the unnecessary bulk and poor positioning that can come from wearing oversized Senior equipment.
Ready for High-Traffic Areas
For players who block shots, battle around the boards, compete in front of the net, or regularly find themselves around sticks and pucks, the Vector Premier provides the coverage needed for a physical style of play.
Specs
Level: Performance / Junior
Brand: CCM
Family: Tacks
Model: Vector Premier
Season: S26 / 2026
Category: Junior Hockey Shin Guards
Protection Areas: Knee, Shin & Lower Leg
Fit: Protective / Secure
Player Type: Competitive Junior Players
Availability: Source for Sports Exclusive
Just Hockey Pro Tip
With junior shin guards, proper length and knee placement are more important than simply buying a larger size for room to grow. The player's knee should sit securely in the knee pocket, and the shin guard should provide appropriate coverage down toward the skate without interfering with ankle movement.
The CCM S26 Tacks Vector Premier Junior is a strong option for players who want a protective, secure Tacks-style setup for competitive hockey. Try them on with your hockey pants and skates whenever possible to make sure there aren't any unwanted gaps in coverage.