Lacrosse Stick
Buying the right lacrosse stick is crucial because it directly impacts performance, skill development, and confidence. Using the wrong stick can hinder proper mechanics and make basic skills harder to master, while the right one builds confidence and allows players to focus on the game.
Because of this, our coaches have a few sticks that we would recommend.
If you'd like to talk to someone while buying a stick we'd recommend either of these stores
- Northstar Lacrosse - 774 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343 (952) 938-0399
- ES Lacrosse - 14375 23rd Ave N, Plymouth, MN 55447 (952) 934-1365
Stingking Complete 2
The StringKing Complete lacrosse stick is an affordable, high-performance, game-ready stick for youth and intermediate players, featuring an optimized head with Type 3 mesh, an alloy shaft, and requiring no break-in. It balances weight, durability, and performance.
Key Features:
- High Value: Offers high-end performance features at an entry-level cost, ideal for growing players.
- Versatile: Available in different versions (Intermediate, Senior, Attack, Defense) to suit various ages, positions, and playing styles.
MAVERIK Tactik 2
The Maverik Tactik 2 Carbon complete stick is an elite, all-around lacrosse stick for versatile players, featuring a lightweight but strong carbon composite shaft for durability, paired with the versatile Tactik 2 head. It has great ball feel and control, plus an adjustable ABE 3 butt-end.
Key Features:
- Carbon Composite Shaft: Provides lightweight strength and stiffness without added bulk, enhancing handling and durability.
- Tactik 2 Head: Designed for versatile, do-it-all players, offering a slightly narrower head for control and precision.
- ABE 3 Butt-End: Offers a customizable grip with multiple points of contact for better comfort and control.
Junior Sticks
Junior lacrosse sticks like the Maverik Charger Youth Lacrosse Stick, are specifically engineered to assist players at the 6U and 8U levels developing fundamental skills like throwing, catching, and cradling. These sticks feature modified dimensions and lighter materials to ensure manageable handling for smaller players.
Key Design Features
- Modified Shafts: Junior shafts are often shorter and have a reduced circumference (roughly 7/8"), making them easier for small hands to grip securely.
- Wider Head Shapes: Beginner-friendly heads have a wider face to provide a larger surface area for catching and easier ground ball pickups.
- Soft Mesh/Pockets: Many junior sticks come pre-strung with soft, forgiving mesh that helps "seat" the ball in the pocket, preventing it from bouncing out while a player learns to cradle.
If you still have some questions, reach out to youthlax@hopkinslacrosse.org