The Padded Room

Hockey Retailer in London Ontario specializing in custom, stock and pro return goalie gear. We ship

When our store first opened in 1972, we were known as East London Sports, a store specializing in hockey. Now, decades later, hockey remains our primary focus, but we have made room over the years to accommodate so much more. Since our move to our current location in '84 we have remodeled our main store (406 Wharncliffe Rd S) several times, and squeeze into a bulging 14,000 sq ft of retail space.

Our most recent expansion of the main store has pretty much capped us with any further growth, so in order to meet the increasing demands put on our Soccer and our Team Department, we had no other choice but to relocate into other buildings nearby. At our main store you will find other seasonal equipment for sports like Lacrosse, Volleyball, Footwear, Rugby, Football, Baseball, Skiing and "The Boardshop". It is very easy to say that when there is a change in season, we have a change in sporting goods equipment to accommodate the everyday athletes all year around! The two other buildings very close to our Main store are home to The Soccer Shop (now located next door to the Main building at 410 Wharncliffe Rd S ) and houses London and areas largest soccer selection and department. Further south on Wharncliffe (at 418), our well oiled and internationally known team department sets up its home base. Complete with showroom, and chock full of great staff, the Teamworks facility can put your logo on virtually anything and ensures that every team and organization that comes in, leaves looking their best! Our well-trained staff of over 65 people looks after the day-to-day activities in our busy store and is the primary reason for our continued growth into one of the dominant sport stores in Canada . Combining huge sales volume with 200 Source for Sports locations across the country means maximum buying power for us and maximum discounts for our customers. Regardless of which building you visit, we pride ourselves in having the most competent staff in the business. Our ‘customer first' approach has made us the sporting powerhouse we are today. Remember, at Source for Sports We've played the game; we know our stuff!

04/07/2026

🚨Last day to register for Roller Hockey London is April 15th! Goalies play for FREE! Check out the video and Register Today!
https://www.rollerhockeylondon.com/our-league

04/01/2026

Roller Hockey London - RHL are looking for 1 Adult Goalie for their Competitive Roller Hockey division On Wednesday Nights at Carling Arena Starts April 20.
No Roller Hockey experience needed.
Please email [email protected]

03/22/2026

Register for Roller Hockey today! And head to London's Source for Sports to gear up! https://www.rollerhockeylondon.com/our-league

🚨Deadline to Register is fast approaching!
Don't Delay, Register Today! Final Week to Register for the 2026 Roller Hockey Season!!!
https://www.rollerhockeylondon.com/our-league

WHY Roller Hockey?
👍Played 4-on-4 → more space, more puck touches, more 1v1 and 2v2 reads, and way more “make a play” moments!
👍No blue lines, no offsides, no icing → the game becomes continuous, attack-minded, and possession-driven.
👍It’s safer by design—without losing intensity.
Roller is fast and competitive, but without body checking.
👍It’s the best summer alternative to “ice, ice, ice”!
👍The environment matters: loud jerseys, music, and pure fun!

03/15/2026

Goalies Play for FREE!!!
https://www.rollerhockeylondon.com/free-youth-goaltenders

🏒 Victory Looks Like This!

Nothing beats that feeling when hard work pays off—and in Roller Hockey London, every win is a reason to celebrate! From clutch saves to game-winning goals, our players bring energy, passion, and big smiles to every rink.

✨ Join the fun: youth leagues, summer camps, and more!
📍 Play in London’s most exciting roller hockey programs

🔗 Learn more & register: rollerhockeylondon.com/our-league

WHY Roller Hockey?
👍Played 4-on-4 → more space, more puck touches, more 1v1 and 2v2 reads, and way more “make a play” moments!
👍No blue lines, no offsides, no icing → the game becomes continuous, attack-minded, and possession-driven.
👍It’s safer by design—without losing intensity.
Roller is fast and competitive, but without body checking.
👍It’s the best summer alternative to “ice, ice, ice”!
👍The environment matters: loud jerseys, music, and pure fun!

03/15/2026

Register for the 2026 Roller Hockey Season Here: https://www.rollerhockeylondon.com/our-league
And come to London's Source for Sports to Gear Up🙌!!!

🏒 2026 RHL Season – Register Now!

🚨 Spots are filling fast! Don’t miss your chance to join the Roller Hockey London league this April. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, there’s a spot for you on the rink!

📅 Season Starts: April 2026
📝 Register Today: rollerhockeylondon.com/our-league

Get ready, lace up, and hit the rink! 🏒💨

WHY Roller Hockey?
👍Played 4-on-4 → more space, more puck touches, more 1v1 and 2v2 reads, and way more “make a play” moments!
👍No blue lines, no offsides, no icing → the game becomes continuous, attack-minded, and possession-driven.
👍It’s safer by design—without losing intensity.
Roller is fast and competitive, but without body checking.
👍It’s the best summer alternative to “ice, ice, ice”!
👍The environment matters: loud jerseys, music, and pure fun!

02/14/2026

🚨Register for the 2026 Roller Hockey London Season!!
GOALIES PLAY FREE!!!
ALL AGES! ALL SKILL LEVELS! ALL FUN!
Register NOW at https://www.rollerhockeylondon.com/our-league

01/15/2026

FREE GOALIE REGISTRATION!
Learn More -> https://www.rollerhockeylondon.com/free-youth-goaltenders

01/15/2026

Goalies Sign Up! Play for FREE!🙌
https://www.rollerhockeylondon.com/free-youth-goaltenders

Calling ALL Youth Goalies! Saddle Up, and get ready to play 2026 Roller. . .FOR FREE!!!
Learn More here to secure your spot: https://www.rollerhockeylondon.com/free-youth-goaltenders

ALL AGES! ALL SKILL LEVELS! ALL FUN! ALL ARE WELCOME!
🚨Registration for the EPIC 2026 Roller Hockey London Season is NOW OPEN - ALL YOUTH AGES!

Let’s roll into an epic 2026 season — together!

Colin 'Hop' Hopper - London's Source For Sports. Secrets to building a core brick & mortar business!

11/01/2025

If you missed it, our owner and fearless leader Colin 'Hop' Hopper was a guest on the Hustle & Grind Podcast and it was a beauty of an episode with some great origin stories of how our store came to be and mentions of The Padded Room as well!!!👍🎙🎧
Watch at the Link with the image below, or you can Listen at any of the audio platforms that you get your podcasts on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts -> Search -> Hustle & Grind Podcast

Colin 'Hop' Hopper - London's Source For Sports. Secrets to building a core brick & mortar business! Colin Hopper (affectionately known as 'Hop') has been the owner of London's Source for Sports for decades.A cool opportunity for our hosts Ryan and Scott to ...

10/29/2025

Hop featured on the local Hustle & Grind Podcast 🎙🙌!!
Check it out!!!

11/04/2024

Goalies need no introduction with this kind of craftsmanship🫡
Brians Custom Sports Retro AirPac set is killer!

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Telephone

+15196733810

Website

http://www.HOCKEYGEEKS.com/

Address

410 WHARNCLIFFE Road S
London, ON
N6J2M4

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm