: Require longer "long poles" (60" shafts, up to 72" total) to provide greater reach for checking and intercepting passes.

: Use sticks with a wider head for blocking shots; shaft lengths vary from 40" to 72" based on personal preference.

Drumstick sizes are categorized by a combination of numbers and letters (e.g., 5A, 2B). Drumsticks Buying Guide - InSync - Sweetwater