STXs revolutionary throat plug (patent pending) allows the player to get closer to the ball Specific flex zones engineered in the mid-section of the head for optimal face-off movements Dual sidewall braces provide extra stability on ground balls and at key moments of the face-off Featuring STXs Scalloped Scoop designed to flatten out on ground balls for easy pick up Strategically placed stringing holes maintain durability while providing stringing options Third screw hole through throat plug provides additional torsional stability and is compatible with new STX Duel handle