Lacrosse Heads: Complete Buying Guide by Position (2026)
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The head is the most important part of your lacrosse stick — it controls your pocket, passing accuracy, and shot power. This guide covers every position, every budget, and every playing style.
Lacrosse Head Guides — By Position
Best Lacrosse Heads Overall
The top heads for 2026 across all positions — attack, mid, and defense. Our most complete ranking.
Best Attack Lacrosse Heads
Narrow, high-offset heads built for precision shooting and cradling under pressure. Ranked for attackmen.
Best Defense Lacrosse Heads
Wide, stiff heads designed for ground balls, checking, and durability. Ranked for D-poles and LSMs.
Head vs Head Comparisons
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ECD DNA 2.0 vs Warrior Evo V (2026)Two of the most popular attack heads compared — which wins for accuracy, durability, and value?
How to Choose a Lacrosse Head
Attack players want a narrow head (6.5–7.5 inches at the widest point) with high offset — this keeps the ball deep in the pocket and helps you hold possession through checks.
Midfielders can go either way — a slightly wider mid-offset head gives you versatility for both ground balls and shooting.
Defensemen need a wide, stiff head (9–10+ inches) that’s built to take hits. Don’t use an attack head on a pole — it’ll warp within a season.
Most heads are sold unstrung, meaning you’ll need to string your own pocket or have a shop do it. Budget around $15–25 extra for stringing if you’re buying unstrung.