Which Men's Lacrosse Stick Is Best for You?
A complete lacrosse stick comes with the head, shaft and pocket already put together and strung, so it's ready to play out of the box. Two things decide the right lacrosse stick: the position you play and your age. Your level of play decides how much stick you need.
Best Lacrosse Stick by Position
Our best complete lacrosse stick for each position. Each one is built on the head made for that position.
Attack
Complete 3 Pro Attack
Mark 3A head, for ball control and a quick release.
Midfield
Complete 3 Pro Midfield
Mark 3V head, our most versatile.
LSM
Complete 3 Pro LSM
Mark 3T head on a long pole.
Defense
Complete 3 Pro Defense
Mark 3D head, our stiffest.
Faceoff
Complete 2 Pro Faceoff
Mark 2F head on a carbon fiber shaft.
Goalie
Complete 2 Pro Goalie
Goalie head and pocket, 52 inches.
New to the game? Read lacrosse positions explained.
Youth Lacrosse Sticks by Age
Youth lacrosse sticks are shorter and lighter, so younger players can catch, throw and cradle with control.
Ages 9 & under · First stick
Starter Junior
38 inches, legal up to 10U.
Ages 9 & under
Complete 2 Junior
38 inches, a step up from the Starter Junior.
Ages 10–14 · First stick
Starter Attack
40 inches, our most affordable full-size stick.
Ages 10–14
Complete 2 Intermediate
Alloy shaft, sized for middle school players.
Ages 15 & up
Complete 2 Senior
Alloy shaft, built for high school and up.
Starter, Complete 2 or Pro?
Starter
A beginner lacrosse stick for new players. It has everything needed to learn the game, at our lowest price.
Complete 2
A step up for players who are sticking with the game. Junior, Intermediate and Senior sizes match the stick to the player's age.
Complete 3 Pro and Complete 2 Pro
Built for each position, with the same heads and shafts we sell on their own. Complete 3 Pro uses our newest Mark 3 heads. Complete 2 Pro adds faceoff and goalie sticks.
Compare Every StringKing Lacrosse Stick
Length is for the whole stick, head included.
Complete 3 Pro
| Stick | Position | Ages | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete 3 Pro Attack | Attack, midfield | 15 & up | 40 in |
| Complete 3 Pro Midfield | Midfield, attack | 15 & up | 40 in |
| Complete 3 Pro LSM | LSM, defense | 10 & up | 70 in |
| Complete 3 Pro Defense | Defense, LSM | 15 & up | 70 in |
Complete 2 Pro
| Stick | Position | Ages | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete 2 Pro Attack | Attack, midfield | 15 & up | 40 in |
| Complete 2 Pro Midfield | Midfield, attack | 15 & up | 40 in |
| Complete 2 Pro Faceoff | Faceoff | 10 & up | 40 in |
| Complete 2 Pro LSM | LSM | 15 & up | 70 in |
| Complete 2 Pro Defense | Defense | 15 & up | 70 in |
| Complete 2 Pro Goalie | Goalie | All ages | 52 in |
Complete 2
| Stick | Position | Ages | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete 2 Senior Attack | Attack, midfield | 15 & up | 40 in |
| Complete 2 Senior Defense | Defense | 15 & up | 70 in |
| Complete 2 Intermediate Attack | Attack, midfield | 10–14 | 40 in |
| Complete 2 Intermediate Defense | Defense | 10–14 | 70 in |
| Complete 2 Junior | All positions | 9 & under | 38 in |
Starter
| Stick | Position | Ages | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Attack | Attack, midfield | 10–14 | 40 in |
| Starter Defense | Defense, LSM | 10–14 | 62 in |
| Starter Goalie | Goalie | 14 & under | 46 in |
| Starter Junior | All positions | 9 & under | 38 in |
Complete Lacrosse Stick or Build Your Own?
Complete. Head, shaft and pocket chosen to work together and strung by our team. This is the easiest choice, and the right one for most players.
Build your own. Pick the head, shaft and pocket yourself. This is for players who know exactly what they want, like a certain shaft weight or a custom pocket.
To build your own, start with our guides to men's heads and men's shafts.
What the Pros Use
Each replica is a Complete 3 Pro Midfield set up and strung the way the pro plays it. Blaze Riorden's goalie stick is a Complete 2 Pro Goalie.
How Long Should My Lacrosse Stick Be?
High school and college rules set the length of the whole stick, head included.
Attack and midfield: 40 to 42 inches.
Defense and LSM: 52 to 72 inches.
Goalie: 40 to 72 inches.
Our attack and midfield lacrosse sticks are 40 inches. Our high school and up defense sticks are 70 inches. Youth leagues at 10U and younger allow shorter sticks, like our 38-inch youth lacrosse sticks. Check your league's rules for the exact lengths.
Lacrosse Stick Questions
What size lacrosse stick does my child need?
Ages 9 and under: a 38-inch junior stick, like the Starter Junior or Complete 2 Junior. Ages 10 to 14: a 40-inch Starter Attack or Complete 2 Intermediate. Ages 15 and up: a Complete 2 Senior or Complete 3 Pro.
What's the best lacrosse stick for a beginner?
A Starter stick in the right size. If they keep playing, move up to a Complete 2.
What's the best lacrosse goalie stick?
The Complete 2 Pro Goalie, a 52-inch stick with our goalie head and pocket. For goalies 14 and under, the 46-inch Starter Goalie. See our lacrosse goalie stick guide.
Is a complete lacrosse stick as good as one I build myself?
Complete 3 Pro sticks use the same Mark 3 heads and pro shafts we sell on their own, strung by our team.
Should a short-stick defensive midfielder use a defense stick?
No. Short-stick midfielders play a 40-inch stick. The Complete 3 Pro Midfield is a good fit. LSMs play the 70-inch Complete 3 Pro LSM.
How much should I spend?
It depends on how much you play. Starter sticks are our lowest price, for players trying the game. Complete 2 is a step up for players who are sticking with it. Complete 3 Pro is for high school, college and pro players who want the best stick for their position.
Can I see a stick in person before I buy?
Yes. Use our store locator to find a shop near you that carries StringKing.
Is there a warranty?
Yes. Every StringKing lacrosse stick comes with a 6-month warranty.
Find Your Lacrosse Stick
Every stick comes strung and ready to play, with a 6-month warranty.
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Updated October 2026