The Best Lacrosse Heads

The Best Lacrosse Heads
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Lacrosse players need trusted equipment whenever they take the field. The exact stick a player uses depends on his position, with defenders often favoring longer shafts and larger heads to disrupt opposing offense, while scorers prefer shorter shafts and smaller heads for quick shots and precise ball control. Each player's individual needs will determine the best lacrosse heads for his style of play.

Brine Clutch 2X

One of the leading names in lacrosse, Brine produces a wide range of heads, with the Clutch 2X among the very best. The Brine Clutch 2X boasts reverse flared sidewalls to help channel balls into the pocket, while the patented offset further enhances control. The scoop and throat have been strengthened for more support without adding any additional weight. The Clutch 2X even provides style, with Brine employing the industry's first ever 2-shot coloring process, allowing for two-colored heads without the need for additional insert pieces.

Gait Torque3

The Gait Torque3 lacrosse head attaches with a screw-less system, requiring no need for tools or intensive labor. The head's inverted V-shape and inside stringing tabs give the Torque3 the narrowest pocket allowed under NCAA rules. Scooped channels inside the head help control the ball and improve shooting accuracy, while inside control tabs prevent the ball from being dislodged while cradling in traffic. The Torque3's multi-hole stringing system even provides more than one way to string the head, allowing for superior customization.

STX Super Power

Compliant for all levels of play, the STX Super Power lacrosse head features an aerodynamic, streamlined shape with reinforced scoop and side rails. The line of the offset pocket slopes farther up the head than most before straightening out and meeting the scoop, creating improved ball control. The head's slight forward lean along the sidewalls provides a smooth, quick release when shooting or passing. And the scoop itself is thin and flat, meaning balls can be snatched from the ground with minimal effort.

Warrior Cobra X

Warrior used the latest technology to upgrade the company's classic offset head shape and produce the Cobra X. Designed to be the ultimate in control, the Cobra X features a patented insert molding technique that results in a stiffer, reinforced throat area to provide more feel and responsiveness. The Cobra X also has a raised ball stop to prevent balls from rolling out of the pocket. As an added bonus, the Cobra X is available in seven colors and may be fitted with a different colored insert for a truly unique appearance.

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Article reviewed by SaraJ Last updated on: Aug 1, 2011

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