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Carbon fiber lacrosse shafts have a lot to offer and there are plenty of great brands making quality shafts for every position.

The Ohio Machine LaxCon 2018 is an educational lacrosse convention for Midwest coaches and players looking for offseason help.

This Highlighter of Wednesday’s Weekly Lacrosse Tips is about preparing for practice the right way. Nothing is worse than a bad practice, and you play like you practice. So make sure every practice is your very best effort with the help of Stringers Society.

Arc Lacrosse shafts are made to stand up, but also to then stand out. You want a product that serves a purpose, and you’re always looking for one that goes beyond the call of duty. Arc Lacrosse shafts are here to surpass your expectations in a subtle and specific manner.

An NCAA Men’s lacrosse rule change for the 2019 season will hopefully be bringing back the crease dive. Often regarded as ‘the most exciting play in lacrosse’, the crease dive is not for the faint of heart. Many attackmen will be practicing this skill in the offseason in hopes of adding a few highlights to their resume. While the crease dive is a very thrilling play to watch, it does return with some cause for concern.

The time has finally come in NCAA men’s college lacrosse for regulated time in a shot clock. After many years, and many rumors, the shot clock will be making its way into men’s collegiate lacrosse.

Playing women’s summer lacrosse is how you really take the leap to become a better player. Women’s lacrosse tournaments, camps, and leagues are very popular and plenty of fun. This is also the best way to interact with college women’s lacrosse players and coaches.

Maxwell Kelsey is an expert Ojibwe traditional lacrosse stick maker, but he still is on a journey to learn more. Growing as a stick maker and meeting a hero of his at LaxCon 2018 helped him on the way.

Playing women’s college lacrosse at any level is a challenge, every situation is different. Each program has their own way of running things, and the level of dedication at each will depend on the coach and team. The three girls in this interview have all played at competitive schools in their respective division. If you want to truly play the game at a high level, you should expect experiences like these.

College lacrosse recruiting can come down to high school academics and how hard you work inside the classroom. Effort on the books can be just as important as effort on the field.

The game of women’s lacrosse took to some major changes for the 2018 season. With all the new rules, players had a lot to learn and adapt to their game. After undergoing a full season, we’ve recapped how we felt and notice the changes are a positive addition to our game.

Your lacrosse buttend should make shooting easier and be a comfortable piece of equipment, but that isn’t always the case. Grip Rx solves both of those issues and can turn a weak shooter into an outside threat after a little practice.

Spyder Grypz is an American based tape alternative company created by young entrepreneur Maxx Stewart. His creative idea is going to put tape back into the stone age of lacrosse equipment.

Kai and his wooden lacrosse shaft company Lumber Lax are helping connect players to pros, and they are also champions of equality in the lacrosse world. It’s important to support and respect innovators, like Kai, who want to put lacrosse into the hands of more people, and provide a quality product to fans.

Liz Hogan took a little time out of her busy schedule at LaxCon 2018 to talk to Stringers Society and give us a look into her life as an STX athlete. As one of the top female lacrosse goalies in the world, Liz is a wealth of knowledge and an outgoing lacrosse embassador. Talking to her was an absolute pleasure, and we know that plenty of young lacrosse players can get a lot better by getting to know more about her.

Refuse to let smells take over your life with a pair of Glove Stix. These easy to use inserts eliminate odors, remove moisture, and make your life a whole lot better. Glove Stix are Lax Mom approved and yours should thank you if you get a pair.

Fantum Lacrosse puts comfort, weight, balance, and true craftsmanship into each wooden lacrosse shaft that they produce for the perfect combination of historically traditional methods and a modern feel of precision.

LaxCon 2018 wouldn’t be complete without a Matt Gibson Q&A. Learn from the best hands in the MLL and the best facial hair in the sport.

Twin lacrosse is working to make defensive lacrosse stick difficulties a thing of the past. Try the Trinity Shaft from Twin lacrosse and you’ll finally have easy defense lacrosse stock transportation.

StringKing Lacrosse is putting women first with the Legend W and its elite level Type W performance mesh. The Legend W delivers precision and accuracy consistently with the ability to place the ball anywhere that you want at a moments notice, and there’s no lack of power either. After a few weeks, we finally have our take on the Legend W and we are blown away by its amazing performance.

Billy Bitter brought the Cascade S Youth to life right before our eyes at LaxCon 2018. We discussed the very best lacrosse protective gear from Maverik and Cascade for young and old players.

NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rules have changed for 2018 in order to make the game safer and more enjoyable for all involved. Check out Stringers Society’s update for all the high school lacrosse rule changes.

All the fans at LaxCon 2018 are the real heroes, and without them there wouldn’t be a LaxCon. Thank you to all the fans that attended or sent their love.

Myles Jones brought SportStar lacrosse chinstraps to life when showing us his personal custom helmet at Laxcon 2018 and we were able to learn a lot from him in an exclusive Stringers Society interview.

A Supreme Lacrosse collaboration could be happening sooner than you think. Lacrosse cleats, lacrosse gloves, lacrosse sticks, and more could all be redone with Supreme branding in the upcoming years; but, what will get chosen?

Women’s lacrosse mesh is the newest stringing option available in women’s lacrosse. Learn what’s legal, and what’s not, right here.

Delve into a diverse array of training possibilities at Stringers Society. Explore our carefully curated selections, from Agility & Speed Training to Balance & Stability, General Fitness, Goalie Training, Lacrosse Field Equipment, Muscle Recovery & Therapy, and Strength Training. These categories offer a comprehensive range of tools and resources to help you excel in lacrosse and enhance your overall fitness regimen.

Epoch has always been a company that stands behind their products with full confidence, and the Epoch Prequel Lacrosse Head is no exception. The Prequel is a quality pick up if you are an offensive minded player looking for versatility in a lacrosse head that’ll last. 

Channel Mesh ProTech Lacrosse Pockets are consistent and accurate products that any knowledgeable stringer could be able to enjoy. Excellent durability and the highest quality around are just part of what makes Channel Mesh so great.

Lacrosse faceoff drills focus on reaction, speed, technique, and grit. Improving your skill as a FOGO specialist can be simple, with daily workouts found in this article along with useful links.

Lacrosse butt ends affect more of your game then you might think and you need to have one. Instead of junk in the trunk put some class on your shaft.

Lacrosse eye black is the perfect way to prepare for a game, but you can’t break the rules. Certain eye black designs in lacrosse are allowed and others aren’t, but it depends on the level of play. Don’t worry, it’s easy to follow the rules if you stay in the lines.

Lacrosse Coaches have a rewarding, but challenging, a job that keeps lacrosse growing. Becoming a better lacrosse coach is easy with our quick tips for understanding players and their attitudes.

Element lacrosse is just coming onto the lacrosse scene with their primary head, the onset, and they’re ready for the future.

HP Power Lace is the strongest sidewall on the market that offers amazing consistency because it refuses to stretch. It’s a great option for great stringers looking for long lasting materials

Lacrosse field dimensions are normally 60 yards by 110 yards, but the varied styles of play require different field sizes which players should all be familiar with.

StringKing’s Complete 2 line is designed specifically for player performance and growth from a young age. The Complete 2 is also strung better than any prestrung complete stick on the market. There is no question that any new player would love these sticks.

Lacrosse Face offs are so important in lacrosse and learning the rules for face offs is just as valuable for becoming a better lacrosse player. This quick rundown should help you out and answer your questions.

Thanks to StringKing and Warrior lacrosse can set a new standard for the price of heads. If this movement of lower prices for higher quality continues lacrosse will gain more exposure rapidly and positively.

NCAA Women’s Lacrosse rule changes are focused on raising the pace of play and making women’s lacrosse more exciting. Easily be able to understand the biggest changes with this short article and get ready for the season.

Channel Mesh U is one of the most accurate pieces of mesh on the market, it just takes some time to mature. Like many “old-school” meshes you need to work with it to excel with it, but that’s just part of the experience and it’ll make you better for it.

To shoot or not to shoot? Becoming a great shooter doesn’t happen overnight, it takes practice. These 5 drills and extra tips will get your name on the stat sheet and higher numbers on the scoreboard.

8 Diamond Lacrosse Mesh is finally a reality thanks to LaxRoom and they did not disappoint. It’s revolutionary and really allows you to be creative with your stringing and playing. If you are a fan of ECD Vortex, there’s a chance you might consider a switch.

There is no stopping in lacrosse to change sides. Your transition will either make or break your team’s chances of winning every game and learning the reasons why you need to work on transition can seriously improve your season’s potential.

Rocket Mesh Lacrosse is a smaller lacrosse company with a bigger goal than profit. No one company is perfect, but Rocket Mesh Lacrosse is easily one of the best with their genius ideas and simple fixes to our great game.

3D mesh is an innovative and extremely creative idea that has changed how we at Stringers Society think about mesh. It is a product that we will always recommend to stringers that are interested in new ideas.

Thanks to TradiTree, stringing a traditional is easier than ever. Their many different TradiTrees allow you to string a wide variety of traditional while helping you properly tension you’re stringing the entire time. This is easily a Must-have For stringers.

Haven’t heard of Rocket Mesh before? Well, I would keep reading because the team at Rocket Mesh Lacrosse have designed the worlds lightest & strongest lacrosse mesh in the game.

Design and technology company known for premier lacrosse equipment unveils new shaft incorporating technology used in aerospace and military industries

Tapesaver butt ends from Rocket Mesh are more of a life saver. These butt ends are designed for weight and space efficiency so you can be the very best you can be. Only one small piece of tape is needed for application, but the butt end can also be taped over like normal. This is product that every player could use to improve their stick.

Now that Channel Mesh and Epoch Lacrosse have partnered the future of flat knitted mesh is brighter than industrial light bulbs. The technological advances of both companies will be combined for a product that is designed for ultimate player preference.

Epoch Lacrosse is striving towards greatness and superior quality so that all players get trustworthy equipment. Don’t waste your time with brands that don’t care about you when there are brands like Epoch that want you to have the very best gear.

When it comes to looking good on the field and keeping your elbows out of harm’s way, the Nike Vapor 2.0 Arm Pads do just that.

Lacrosse wall ball routines are some of the simplest ways to improve as a player. Learn how to make the most out of your wall ball time here.

Head Rock Lacrosse has created one of the best lacrosse training tools for young players. The Head Rock is a weight for your stick that helps develop better cradling, faking, and form habits for players. Anyone looking to improve their handles should get one.

Arc Lacrosse has made a name for themselves in the past few years with their innovative lacrosse shafts. Since we didn’t know too much about them, we hit them up to find out more. Arc Lacrosse was able to tell us a little bit about their background in the paintball industry and how it helped them excel in the lacrosse market.

The Bottle Bro is the highest form of lacrosse shaft bottle opening technology that has ever existed. They offer a great fundraising program for custom orders, as well as many colors you can order for your own personal use. Helping you team fundraise just became as easy as opening a bottle with a lacrosse shaft.

Having better lacrosse footwork can be an easy way to improve as a player that only requires a few minutes every day. Repetitive ladder drills and cone drill are some of the best ways that are discussed to help you become the best player you can be.

East Coast Dyes Vortex Mesh is a new type of performance lacrosse mesh that incorporates two different diamond sizes throughout the pocket through ECD’s Hybridweve Technology.

The Art of Lax is a passion fueled company developed by Vincent Ricasio that has changed his life and allowed him to continue his art professionally to excite and educate people on Lacrosse’s culture.

Dodging your man is like a little chess game, and you as the offensive lacrosse player hold all the power. Learn how to make the most of it with Stringers Society

I’ve been playing in the backyard since I was born. Far before I ever picked up a lacrosse stick I was constantly playing outside with friends or by myself. Truthfully, I bet most of you grew up in a similar way, making due with what was available to you. My friends and I would use the woods as a home run marker or stumps in our yard as end zone pylons. This was just how it was and how it still is for many kids around the world. The backyard is our sanctuary, but it should really be your office. Using the backyard as a resource for your skills is a tried and true method to becoming one of the best, it just takes time and determination.

Truthfully, there is nothing I like more than a quality strung traditional lacrosse pocket. From the initial stringing through the break in process, you are able to achieve a different connection with stick unlike mesh. On the other hand, a poorly executed traditional pocket can be aggravating, discouraging, & annoying.

Every player that is looking for a little extra shot speed, control, and confidence should play with Firethreads. A quality product and instant boost, Firethreads replace your regular shooters with one of the best new stringing innovations. #PlayWithFire

Ground balls win games. This fundamental skill is necessary to become an elite player and a great way to start your journey of taking control on the field. Learning to pick up ground balls the first time every time you will get on the field anywhere you want.

The 2017 & 2018 college lacrosse recruiting season is upon us and working to get a spot on a team is your job. The Quiet and Dead Periods are tricky times that we can help you with and prepare you for.

This week Stringers Society thought it would fun to highlight some of the best traditional lacrosse stringers on Instagram that consistently inspire us. Each one of these stringers’ Instagram names has been hyperlinked to their account so you can go check out their work yourself

Ten Minute Traditional provides the highest quality of traditional stringing with unbeatable deals. Learn about their great pockets here.

Watching Lacrosse on TV is difficult and can be expensive. Neglect of the fans, players, and the game is ruining our growing community.

Unfortunately the “Bro Culture” infiltrated lacrosse after the game was modernized and taken away from its roots of Native American growth. Lacrosse culture is a tricky subject that has deep roots that have been skewed by things like Bro Bibles All Flow Team.

“With a natural rubber grip, you can relax the hands/wrists and pull down on that bottom hand to rip through your shot more naturally. Less restriction of the hand and wrist muscles means you are maximizing your shot velocity. “

Is your dream to play College Lacrosse? Then find out College Lacrosse Recruiting Tips From Current College Lacrosse Players here

The Buttendz Paradox is a lasting grip that can be easily applied to any shaft. This sleek, one-piece grip offers reliable a feel that improves control and can also offer a great look.

Here, Matt Landis helps us outline the tools for success. Lacrosse defense is about trusting yourself, your teammates, and the system.

At Stringers Shack your not going to find sponsored athletes, a fancy site, or high-quality videos of the product. What you will find is a company that sticks to its mission by creating the highest quality product at the lowest price point for players that they can.

Lacrosse Gifts for Dad are great for Father’s Day, or any other reason to show your Dad some appreciation. Find some fantastic choices here.

The Hero Lacrosse Phenix M1 is taking a different approach to new lacrosse players and stringing. Find out more here.

lacrosse tape jobs can completely renew your stick and while taping your lacrosse stick isn’t necessary, neither is tying your shoes…you probably do that.

The Future of Lacrosse Mesh is in the works as we speak. The game is being revolutionized in ways that it has never been before and you are lucky enough to be living in this time of major advancements.

Insight from Sergio Salcido of Syracuse will help you get more creative and learn how to become a great player at any size.

Lacrosse games take 60 minutes. Carrying a child takes almost 400,000 minutes. Put that in perspective, and think about how much your Mother has done to get you where you are at in your Lacrosse career. Thank You, Lax Moms!

The Pocket Rader Ball Coach isn’t going to just tell you how fast you shoot, With the proper use in your training, you’ll be shooting harder than ever before.