How Are Lacrosse Sticks Made?
History of the Lacrosse Stick Lacrosse is North America’s oldest sport. As early as the 14th century, lacrosse had made its mark on the people. The stick’s name came from the fact that it looked like the tall cross-like staff that a bishop carried. The name stuck and so did the modern sport lacrosse, hundreds of years in the making. Milling the Lacrosse Stick A hickory log is split into 8 pieces, and each one has the potential to become a finished stick. Hickory is a very hard wood, and it has the ability to withstand impact. The craftsman takes each wedge and steams it for 45 minutes to create a more pliable object to work with. The raw stick is bent around a form on a jig designed specifically for a lacrosse stick. It is left to dry completely for several weeks. At this time, the artisan begins to shave and slice and whittle down the raw wood to the fine handle that will eventually be held by a player. It has to be sanded and oiled to perfection to prevent slivers. Then, 21 holes are
