Looking to Dominate Faceoffs This Season. Learn About The StringKing FaceOff Shaft
Looking to Dominate Faceoffs This Season. Learn About The StringKing FaceOff Shaft
Faceoffs are one of the most intense and crucial moments in lacrosse. Gaining possession of the ball off the faceoff can make or break a team’s momentum and success. As a player, having the right faceoff shaft can give you the winning edge at the X. One of the top choices for faceoff specialists across all levels is the StringKing FaceOff shaft.
Introducing The StringKing FaceOff Shaft
StringKing exploded onto the lacrosse scene several years ago with their high-end composite shafts and heads. They’ve quickly gained a reputation for innovation and quality. The StringKing FaceOff shaft continues this tradition as a lightweight yet robust carbon fiber shaft purpose-built for facing off.
StringKing designed the FaceOff shaft in collaboration with top faceoff specialists in NCAA Division 1 lacrosse. The result is a shaft optimized for gaining possession, scooping ground balls, and taking faceoffs to the next level. Let’s look at some of the key features.
Ultra Responsive Carbon Fiber

The FaceOff shaft uses premium aerospace grade carbon fiber in the construction. This ultra stiff and lightweight material transfers energy directly into the ball upon impact. You’ll notice the responsiveness as soon as you take a faceoff or make a shot.
Despite the stiffness, StringKing has engineered the flex profile to be slightly softer at the top. This helps cushion stick checks on faceoffs while still giving you that whip at the bottom. It’s the best of both worlds for facing off.
Strategic Textures for Max Control
Losing control of your stick during a faceoff can cost you the possession. To combat this, StringKing has made strategic use of grip textures on the shaft. The upper portion has a gritty texture for lockdown control during faceoff battles. Down below, it transitions to a smoother gloss finish ideal for quick transitions.
There are also indented finger grooves near the butt end for even more control as you cradle the ball upfield. No detail was overlooked in making this the ultimate FO shaft.
Ventilation and Ergonomics

Even the ventilation system on the FaceOff was designed specifically for facing off. The upper portion has large signature holes to keep your hands cool during intense faceoff battles in the summer heat. As your top hand transitions lower down the shaft, smaller micro-hole venting takes over to promote smooth dodging and passing.
The oval shaft geometry itself also caters towards faceoffs. It allows you to choke way up on the shaft off the whistle for maximum leverage and control during the clamp.
Why Elite Faceoff Specialists Love the StringKing FaceOff Shaft
StringKing didn’t just design this shaft in a vacuum. They worked closely with FOGOs (Faceoff-Get Off guys) and other faceoff specialists to make sure it delivers on every front. The pros have taken notice, with many top faceoff guys now wielding the FaceOff.
Whips Shots Like a Shorty
Despite its longer length, the FaceOff generates insane ball speed on shots. The stiffness combines with the stability of a longer shaft to send rocket shots. Faceoff guys have a sneaky arsenal of shots, and this shaft complements that skillset.