A lacrosse stick or crosse is used to play the sport of lacrosse. Players use the lacrosse stick to handle the ball and to strike or "check" opposing players' sticks, causing them to drop the ball.

Shooting Strings - The strings towards the top of the head, usually Hockey Lace or Nylon strings are used. Helps controls the ball release and whip out of the stick when throwing. V-Pocket - A V-Shape String located right in the middle of the head around the pocket, usually Hockey Lace.

An example of a stick stringing regulation is that the shooting string attachment must be 3.5 inches from the top of the head. After a player scores a goal, the player must drop her stick so that the referee can check that the stick is within regulation.

Pocket. The head of the stick in which the ball is held and carried. The pocket is strung with leather and/or mesh netting. In order to be legal, the top of a ball cannot be seen when looking at the pocket from the side.