Abstract: A face mask for use with a protective helmet, particularly a hockey helmet. The mask comprises a main support member adapted to be attached to the helmet at each of its upper ends and shaped to extend down each side of the face of a wearer of the helmet and under the chin. A cage extends outwardly from the main support member and across the lower face and under the chin of the wearer to protect the lower face. Lower attachment means attach the face mask to the helmet at a point remote from its attachment to the main support member. A transparent, break-resistent screen to protect the eyes and upper face is attached to the main support member. The bottom edge of the screen is close to the upper edge of the cage.