Pockets and stringing
What is the best pocket for an attackman?
Most attackmen do best with a mid to low pocket and two shooting strings. It holds the ball when they cradle one-handed and protect the stick on roll dodges, and it still releases cleanly. Pair it with a head built for that pocket, like the ECD Atom or STX Surgeon 2K, and have a stringer set it to your shooting style.
Our picks by player
Beginner / youth
Value pick
Best pick
THRONE Omen from $109.99
At the youth level the head should work at any position, since kids should try them all before they settle on one.
Middle school
Value pick
Nike L4 $109.99
Best pick
Maverik Tactik 3.0 Degree from $139.99
The Tactik's pinched face gives great hold, and the Degree version is stiffer and better in the heat.
High school / advanced
Value pick
STX Surgeon 2K $109.99
Best pick
ECD Atom from $139.99
The Atom is built for a mid and low pocket, so it works however an attackman wants it strung.
From our stores
“Youth players should try every position until they find their spot, so start with a versatile head. By high school, the Atom is built for a mid or low pocket, whatever the attackman wants.”
Max Ouimet, Store Manager, Lacrosse Unlimited Cincinnati, OH
“A low pocket is for the player who runs the offense, roll dodges and shoots under pressure.”
Martin Dandy, Store Manager, Lacrosse Unlimited Annapolis, MD
Watch out for
Pocket depth has to stay legal for your level. Any Lacrosse Unlimited stringer can check it in a minute.
Gear in this answer
Tête de crosse de lacrosse pour homme ECD Atom Unstrung
$139.99
Tête de crosse STX Surgeon 2K pour homme, sans cordes
$109.99
Tête de crosse pour homme Maverik Tactik 3.0 Degree sans cordes
$139.99
Tête de THRONE OMEN
$109.99