Which ECD Lacrosse Head is Best for YOU?
Which ECD Lacrosse Head is Best for You?
TLDR: With the addition of the Atom to our lineup, ECD now has a head built for every position and every playstyle. Whether you're a dodger, a feeder, a two-way middie, a FOGO, or a close D beast, there is an ECD head designed to make you better. Here's a breakdown of our current lineup so you can find the right fit. Watch the YouTube breakdown!
The ECD Lineup at a Glance
We've put a lot of work into building a complete lineup — not just a collection of heads, but a set of tools built for specific positions and playstyles. Here's how our current men's heads stack up and who they're built for.
The Atom - For Midfielders and Attackmen Who Need Durability
Best for: Midfield and Attack
The Atom is our newest head, and it's built for players who can't afford to have their head warp or break mid-season. It features our Diamond Pro Plastic, which is 2x more durable than the original Diamond Plastic, stiff in the heat, and has an impressive resistance to warping.
The refined pinch gives you dynamic control and a consistent channel, while the scoop return makes groundballs feel effortless and adds a little extra something to your shot. If you're a midfielder or attackman who wants elite durability, consistency, and confidence under pressure, the Atom is your head.
Used by Coulter Mackesy, Matt Traynor, Colin Heacock, Hunter Metz, and Lucas Garcia.
The Ion - For the Quick, Precise Attackmen
Best for: Attackmen who prioritize a fast release and lightweight feel
The Ion took lacrosse by storm when it launched, and it's still one of the best offensive heads on the market. It's incredibly light and designed to be aerodynamic, cutting through wind better than virtually anything else out there.
The Ion has a tighter pinch and smooth flare, which gives you a fast, clean release, perfect for threading passes and quick finishes around the crease. If you're the type of attackman who thrives on speed and precision, the Ion was built for you.
Used by Xander Dickson, Connor Kelly, JT Cross, and Landen O'Neil.
The Mirage 3.0 - For Elite Shooters
Best for: Offensive midfielders and attackmen who are big-time shooters.
The Mirage 3.0 is dialed in for players who want maximum control and shot power. From the first generation, the Mirage line has been a shooter's dream. With a tight face shape and high flare, the head naturally leans towards a slightly higher pocker. This helps provide control and power for all of your step-down and alley shots.
It's been a consistent favorite at every level of the game, and it's earned its reputation as one of the top offensive heads on the market.
Customize your Mirage 3.0 today!
Used by Bryan Costabile, Ross Scott, and Brendan Nichtern.
The Mirage 3.0 Box - For Box Players All Over the Floor
Best for: Box Lacrosse players who want a wider catching area.
The Mirage 3.0 Box is designed for box players who want to catch every ball, even in the tightest of spaces. It takes the stiffness and aggressive offset you love and adds a strategically widened face shape to provide a larger catching area and a smooth, accurate release.
This head gained popularity in the NLL during the 2025/2026 season.
Customize your Mirage 3.0 Box today!
Used by Will Macleod, Jack Travassos, and Johnathan Peshko.
The DNA 2.0 - For Gritty Players who Can't Stand Warping
Best for: Midfielders, LSMs, SSDMs, and Box Players
The DNA 2.0 is our most versatile head and the go-to for players who can't stand warping. Our FlexForm plastic virtually eliminates warping, which makes this head perfect for guys throwing checks. This head has also become very popular with box players, where heat and humidity can lead to warping in other heads.
The DNA 2.0 features a faceshape and offset that work together to provide a mid pocket with lots of control.
Used by Ryan Drenner, Ryan Terefenko, Randy Staats, and Jonathan Donville.
The Delta - For Elite Defenders that Attackmen Fear
Best for: Close Defense, LSM, and some SSDM
The Delta was designed for three things: taking the ball away, scooping up groundballs, and turning defense into offense. With a rigid design, optimized strut placements, and a perfected scoop, every detail was engineered to make this the best defensive head we have ever made.
Since its launch, this has been one of, if not the most popular, defensive heads in lacrosse.
Used by Matt Dunn, Jarrod Neumann, and Mitchell Dunham.
The Weapon X 2.0 - For Faceoff Athletes that Dominate the X
Best for: FOGO and FOSO
Designed with feedback from the Faceoff Academy and legendary faceoff athlete, Greg "Beast" Gurenlian, the Weapon X 2.0 features perfect pinch points and flex profile to give you the advantage during every faceoff. It also has its own Instagram account!
Customize your Weapon X 2.0 today!
Used by Luke Wierman.
The Impact - For Goalies who Love a Lightweight Stick
Best for: Goalies
The Impact is one of, if not the lightest, goalie heads in lacrosse. Designed to be light and stiff to allow for lightning-fast hands and more saves. The faceshape offers a refined saving area, and the slight offset helps with accurate and controlled outlet passes.
The Impact Diamond - A More Consistent Version of Your Favorite Goalie Head
Best for: Goalies
The Impact Diamond takes everything you love about the Impact, but adds our Diamond plastic, which provides increased stiffness and more consistency no matter what the temperature is outside.
Legal for men's and women's lacrosse.
Customize your Impact Diamond today!
Used by Madison Doucette, Matt Deluca, and Noah Benny.
Summary
Midfielder who needs elite durability and confidence under pressure? → Atom
Attackman focused on quick release? → Ion
Midfielder who is a big-time shooter? → Mirage 3.0
Midfielder, LSM, or SSDM who can't stand warping? → DNA 2.0
Defender and LSM → Delta
FOGO or FOSO (Faceoff) → Weapon X 2.0
Goalie → Impact and Impact Diamond
Frequently Asked Questions:
What's the difference between the Atom and the Ion?
Both are built for offensive players, but they serve different needs. The Atom prioritizes durability, warp resistance, and control. Its faceshape and offset lead to a true mid pocket, and the scoop return adds a little something to your shots. It is ideal for midfielders and some attackmen. The Ion is built for speed and a quick release. It is our lightest head with the tightest faceshape and is specifically designed for attackmen.
Are all ECD heads legal for high school and college lacrosse?
Yes. All of our heads are legal at all levels of play.
Can I customize any of these heads?
Yes! All of our heads are available to be fully customized on our website. Once you select all of your colors, our professional stringers will string your dream pocket, and we will ship it out within 2 business days.
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