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- Offset (n) - angle at which the front of the head is curved if viewing it from the side; a full-offset head maximizes control and feel whereas non-offset (no curve) or mid-offset heads are recommended for beginners for learning how to throw properly.
- Scoop (n) - the top part of the lacrosse head used to "scoop" up the ball.
- Throat (n) - the width between the lower curved part of the head, where the ball pass through to catch the ball in the stick.
- Pocket (n) - the stringing or mesh in the head of the stick that catches, holds and directs the ball when passing or shooting.
- Legal Pocket (n) - The entire Circle of the ball cannot be seen in the pocket from a side view of the head. If the entire ball can be seen then the pocket is Illegal.
- Shooting Strings (n) - 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 (n) - A V-Shape String located right in the middle of the head around the pocket, usually Hockey Lace. Helps keep the ball in your pocket for more ball control when cradling.
- Sidewall Strings (n) - Nylon strings on both sides of the head that run along the bottom rail of the Sidewall. These strings determine the depth of your pocket.
- Sidewall (n) - either side of a lacrosse stick head.
- Whip (n) - the amount of downward direction in the balls path coming out of the stick onan overhead shot or pass as a result of contact with the shooting strings.
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