Lacrosse Stick (Crosse)

The most obvious piece of equipment necessary to play women’s lacrosse is the stick. Composed of a head and shaft, they are used to perform every aspect of the game and come in a variety of different styles.

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Players buy sticks primarily based on personal preference and design, which vary depending on the player’s experience level.

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The heads of the stick are laced with an intricate stringing design that provides speed, accuracy, and hold. Unlike men’s sticks, the women’s stringing does not include a pocket, which makes catching and cradling more difficult. Stick differences are primarily reflective of the dissimilar rules and playing style between men’s and women’s lacrosse.