{"id":25874,"date":"2024-08-13T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/?p=25874"},"modified":"2025-06-26T10:28:37","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T14:28:37","slug":"ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review\/","title":{"rendered":"ECD Delta Lacrosse Head Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>ECD only launches a head if they think it&#8217;s necessary. So, it was a must-try for me when they launched the new ECD Delta lacrosse head for defense position. Although their first defense head, the Rebel-D, was not heavier, they made the ECD Delta head even lighter.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"max-width: -moz-fit-content; \" class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents ub_table-of-contents-collapsed\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-c382cf70-8c36-4b33-a59b-e8ce12982819\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"true\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"true\" data-initiallyshow=\"false\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">Table of the Content<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-toggle\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-toggle\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">\n\t\t\t\u00a0[<a class=\"ub_table-of-contents-toggle-link\" href=\"#\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">show<\/a>]\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column ub-hide\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review\/#0-key-features-and-specifications\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">Key Features and Specifications<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review\/#1-pros\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">Pros:<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review\/#2-cons\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">Cons:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review\/#3-ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-ranking\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">ECD Delta Lacrosse Head Ranking<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review\/#4-whos-this-head-made-for\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">Who&#8217;s This Head Made For?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review\/#5-accuracy-of-shot-and-pass\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">Accuracy of Shot and Pass<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review\/#6-catching-and-cradling\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">Catching and Cradling<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review\/#7-checking\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">Checking<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review\/#8-ground-ball-pick-up-and-faceoff\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">Ground Ball Pick-Up and Faceoff<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-review\/#9-people-also-ask\" style=\"color: #0693e3; \">People Also Ask<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Besides, it also has better stiffness and an aggressive scoop design. It looked like a perfect close D head-on paper. So, I took it to the field and created a detailed ECD Delta lacrosse head review to tell you if it&#8217;s a better close D head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportstop.com\/products\/ecd-delta-graphene-lacrosse-head?ref=PoiGy76H\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Head.jpg\" alt=\"ECD Delta Lacrosse Head\" class=\"wp-image-25876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Head.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Head-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Head-768x402.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ECD Delta Lacrosse Head (https:\/\/laxdrip.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-button root-eb-button-6y41m\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-button-6y41m \"><div class=\"eb-button-wrapper eb-button-alignment eb-button-6y41m\"><div class=\"eb-button\"><div class=\"eb-button-inner-wrapper \"><a class=\"eb-button-anchor \" href=\"https:\/\/www.battlelax.com\/products\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head?variant=46218085892335\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">View on Battle Lax<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-key-features-and-specifications\">Key Features and Specifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-197\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:1px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"2\"\n           data-rows=\"14\"\n           data-wpID=\"197\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:50%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Position\u00a0                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:50%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Defense                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Weight (oz)                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        5.6                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Pocket Location\u00a0                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Mid-High                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Stiffness\u00a0                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Extremely stiff\u00a0                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        String Holes                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Top Holes: 6Side Holes: 18                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Face Shape                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Moderately wide                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Ground Pickup\u00a0                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Smooth                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Ball Release\u00a0                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Quick                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Ease of Use\u00a0                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Intermediate | Advanced\u00a0                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A10\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"9\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Spread on Shot                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B10\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"9\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Minimal                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A11\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"10\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Level of Play\u00a0                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B11\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"10\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        All                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A12\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"11\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Legality\u00a0                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B12\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"11\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Conforming with NCAA and NFHS Rules                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A13\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"12\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Colors                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B13\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"12\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        White | Black | Graphene                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FFFFFF wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A14\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"13\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Release Year                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B14\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"13\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        2024                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-197'>\n.wpdt-bc-2196F3 { background-color: #2196F3 !important;}\n.wpdt-tc-FFFFFF { color: #FFFFFF !important;}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-pros\">Pros:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Highly durable and stiff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aggressive scoop for quick catching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delivers strong checks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lightweight X strut design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c8b41ec99f80e366db6a972a71b6d8d8\" id=\"2-cons\">Cons:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Less flexible&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long-range shooting is slower and off-centered\u2019<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-ecd-delta-lacrosse-head-ranking\">ECD Delta Lacrosse Head Ranking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I rate the ECD Delta lacrosse head an 8.5\/10 on the Drip Meter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-198\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:1px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"3\"\n           data-rows=\"11\"\n           data-wpID=\"198\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FBFBFB wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:33.333333333333%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Accuracy of Shot and Pass                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:33.333333333333%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        8.5                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:33.333333333333%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Passing accuracy is impressive for short ranges. For long ranges, it can be somewhat low speed.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FBFBFB wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Checking                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        9.5                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Performs well for snatching up loose balls and checks. Its stiffer build plastic profile makes it durable.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FBFBFB wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Ball Security                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        9                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        The rigid and sharp angles along all sidewalls help deflect checks on the head andallow for increased ball security.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FBFBFB wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Catching                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        9                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        It is perfect for catching high-speed passes.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FBFBFB wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Ground Pickup Performance                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        9                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        The ECD Delta is great at picking up ground balls. It is a GB blackhole.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FBFBFB wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Faceoff Performance                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        5                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        The head\u2019s face profile is not ideal for faceoffs.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FBFBFB wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Stringing                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        9                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C7\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"6\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        This head has an average amount of stringing holes allowing for multiple versatile pocket setups and adjustable bottom string for depth control.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FBFBFB wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Durability (Material andThickness)                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        8.5                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C8\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"7\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Durable design with the right amount of stiffness and thickness.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FBFBFB wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Drippiness\/Aesthetics\/BrandIntegrity                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        8.5                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C9\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"8\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ECD has kept the Delta head simple and modern                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row even\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FBFBFB wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A10\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"9\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Cost\u00a0                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B10\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"9\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        9                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C10\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"9\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Great value for the quality.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row odd\" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bc-2196F3 wpdt-tc-FBFBFB wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A11\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"10\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Total                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B11\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"10\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        8.5\/10                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell  wpdt-empty-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C11\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"10\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                                            <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-198'>\n.wpdt-bc-2196F3 { background-color: #2196F3 !important;}\n.wpdt-tc-FBFBFB { color: #FBFBFB !important;}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-whos-this-head-made-for\">Who&#8217;s This Head Made For?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Delta is the newest ECD defense lacrosse head of 2024 in the market after <a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/heads\/ecd-rebel-defense-lacrosse-head\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rebel D<\/a>. It has an X-shaped sidewall strut design for higher durability and a reduced weight of about 5.6 ounces. So, it&#8217;s the lightest Defense head for men by ECD.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The stiffness of ECD Delta lacrosse is something that pushed me towards giving it a try. Well, it&#8217;s undoubtedly up to the expectations of close defense players, LSM, and SSDM. It throws extremely powerful checks, perfect to snatch the ground ball from the opponent&#8217;s head.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, that&#8217;s not everything a lacrosse defenseman needs. Ground ball pick-up also matters. So, I tested it for a few months to see if its aggressive scoop is flexible enough for quick groundball pick-ups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-accuracy-of-shot-and-pass\">Accuracy of Shot and Pass<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The ECD Delta lacrosse head has a wider face that tapers into a tighter throat to initiate fast breaks and maintain possession. It has angular side rails, creating a slight pinch in the middle. This design results in a stiff mid pocket for high-speed shooting. I loved how quickly it released the ground for a shot-distance pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportstop.com\/products\/ecd-delta-graphene-lacrosse-head?ref=PoiGy76H\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Scoop.jpg\" alt=\"ECD Delta Lacrosse Scoop\" class=\"wp-image-25884\" style=\"width:846px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Scoop.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Scoop-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Scoop-768x402.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ECD Delta Lacrosse Scoop (https:\/\/laxdrip.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-button root-eb-button-f5yuk\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-button-f5yuk \"><div class=\"eb-button-wrapper eb-button-alignment eb-button-f5yuk\"><div class=\"eb-button\"><div class=\"eb-button-inner-wrapper \"><a class=\"eb-button-anchor \" href=\"https:\/\/www.battlelax.com\/products\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head?variant=46218085892335\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">View on Battle Lax<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Although I had some off-center hits initially, as the pocket was a little stiffer than I liked, it improved after the break-in period. Besides, the moderately wider face also provided a balanced shooting speed and accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, it has 6 top holes and 18 sidewall holes, allowing me to easily adjust the pocket to the mid-high level for significantly better shooting speed. My teammates were impressed by its feeding accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, I noticed the long-distance shooting speed was slower than other heads I&#8217;ve used. If you frequently transition between offense and defense, try the <a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/ecd-dna-2-0-head-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ECD DNA 2.0<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/heads\/best-defensive-lacrosse-heads\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maverik Tank 2.0<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-catching-and-cradling\">Catching and Cradling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike Rebel D, ECD Delta has a wider face profile that is ideal for a defense position. It has provided better catching, especially when receiving fast passes in tight situations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, its larger surface area to intercept the ball has improved my catching consistency. On the other hand, the tighter throat design keeps the ball snug during checks, minimizing the chances of losing possession when I&#8217;m under pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportstop.com\/products\/ecd-delta-graphene-lacrosse-head?ref=PoiGy76H\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Strung.jpg\" alt=\"ECD Delta Lacrosse Strung\" class=\"wp-image-25886\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Strung.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Strung-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Strung-768x402.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ECD Delta Lacrosse Strung (https:\/\/laxdrip.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides, I also appreciate the increased sidewall height for better ball control while cradling. At first, I thought that the ball would get stuck in the pocket while cradling, delaying the release. However, the ECD Delta lacrosse heads&#8217; design facilitated smooth cradling and quick releases.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you are a new player who struggles with cradling and losing the groundball to the opponent, it&#8217;s for you. Although the stiff pocket would be a problem, it will surely improve your control over ground control while cradling.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-checking\">Checking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ECD Delta lacrosse head is a lightweight defense head with a very stiff construction. This stiffness allowed me to deliver strong checks, powerful enough to pop the ball out of the opponent&#8217;s head. However, I put more force into delivering impactful checks than usual because it&#8217;s less flexible and lacks the whip.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ad-Graphic-Main-Test-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30970\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:450px;height:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ad-Graphic-Main-Test-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ad-Graphic-Main-Test-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ad-Graphic-Main-Test-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ad-Graphic-Main-Test-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ad-Graphic-Main-Test-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/elementor\/thumbs\/Ad-Graphic-Main-Test-r241mtlriw2q4a4y4h7hq4efrcqn6d548cq8drik9g.png 450w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ad-Graphic-Main-Test.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/battlelax.shop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lacrosse Gear&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Equipment<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"gap: 20px;\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-31cd9a0d-2295-4379-87ee-015caf887683\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/battlelax.shop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main   ub-button-flex\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #cf2e2e; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 10px;; border-top-right-radius: 10px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 10px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 10px;; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">View Now on Battle Lax<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Moreover, the X-shaped diagonal struts supported the side rails nicely while absorbing the impact of the opponent&#8217;s check. The anti-warping FlexForm plastic also limits unwanted warping of the scoop on the inside.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although limited flexibility and a wider face shape made it harder to control the ball in traffic, I loved how well it maintained its shape. I used it for long practice hours in summer, and there were no signs of damage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides, ECD has also launched it with Graphene for increased durability and double strength. However, considering the durability of the ECD Delta lacrosse head, I wouldn&#8217;t recommend the pricier Delta graphene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportstop.com\/products\/ecd-delta-special-colored-lacrosse-head?ref=PoiGy76H\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Head-Colors.jpg\" alt=\"ECD Delta Lacrosse Head Colors\" class=\"wp-image-25887\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Head-Colors.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Head-Colors-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Head-Colors-768x402.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ECD Delta Lacrosse Head Colors (https:\/\/laxdrip.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-button root-eb-button-ar1ty\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-button-ar1ty \"><div class=\"eb-button-wrapper eb-button-alignment eb-button-ar1ty\"><div class=\"eb-button\"><div class=\"eb-button-inner-wrapper \"><a class=\"eb-button-anchor \" href=\"https:\/\/www.battlelax.com\/products\/ecd-delta-lacrosse-head?variant=46218085892335\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">View on Battle Lax<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-ground-ball-pick-up-and-faceoff\">Ground Ball Pick-Up and Faceoff<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ECD Delta is not a face-off head but has an amazing groundball pick-up (they are calling it a groundball blackhole). It is a curved scoop with a flattened surface that easily funnels the groundball into the pocket. However, the stiffness is something that makes it unsuitable for face-off battles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Considering the aggressive scoop design with the protection lip, I tested it for face-off battles, but it didn&#8217;t meet my expectations. Although groundball pick-ups were easier, the head struck in tight spaces during loose draws.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer flexibility and durability, try <a href=\"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/mens-lacrosse\/mens-heads\/nike-ceo-3-lacrosse-head\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nike CEO III<\/a> or Warrior Burn FO for better performance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-people-also-ask\">People Also Ask<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1723096147290\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What Are the Key Features of the ECD Delta Lacrosse Head?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The ECD Delta Lacrosse Head features a lightweight design, extreme stiffness, aggressive scoop for ground pickups, and mid-high pocket location, and is ideal for defense positions.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1723096162662\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How Does the ECD Delta Lacrosse Head Perform in Ground Ball Pickups?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The ECD Delta Lacrosse Head excels in ground ball pickups with its aggressive scoop design, making it easy to funnel ground balls into the pocket smoothly.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1723096172955\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the Release Date of the ECD Delta Lacrosse Head?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>ECD Delta Lacrosse Head was released in May 2024.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1723096183164\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What Makes the ECD Delta Lacrosse Head Ideal for Defense?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The ECD Delta Lacrosse Head is ideal for defense due to its lightweight, stiff construction, aggressive scoop for quick ground pickups, and ability to deliver powerful checks.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1723096239069\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How Does the ECD Delta Lacrosse Head Perform in Catching and Cradling?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The ECD Delta Lacrosse Head performs well in catching high-speed passes and provides better ball control while cradling, thanks to its wider face profile and tighter throat design.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>ECD Delta is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/laxdripshop.com\/blogs\/guide\/best-defense-lacrosse-heads\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best defense heads<\/a> with extraordinary stiffness for high-speed shooting and passing. Although I would have appreciated the flexibility, the aggressive scoop is ideal for easy ground-ball pick-ups.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The strong sidewalls deliver powerful checks, and the mid-pocket secures it well while cradling. It&#8217;s also a durable head that absorbs the impact nicely and maintains its shape. So, it&#8217;s also suitable for those who play at Defense, LSM, and SSDM.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ECD only launches a head if they think it&#8217;s necessary. So, it was a must-try for me when they launched the new ECD Delta lacrosse head for defense position. Although their first defense head, the Rebel-D, was not heavier, they made the ECD Delta head even lighter.&nbsp; Besides, it also has better stiffness and an aggressive scoop design. It looked like a perfect close D head-on paper. So, I took it to the field and created a detailed ECD Delta lacrosse head review to tell you if it&#8217;s a better close D head. Key Features and Specifications Pros: Cons: ECD Delta Lacrosse Head Ranking I rate the ECD Delta lacrosse head an 8.5\/10 on the Drip Meter. Who&#8217;s This Head Made For? Delta is the newest ECD defense lacrosse head of 2024 in the market after Rebel D. It has an X-shaped sidewall strut design for higher durability and a reduced weight of about 5.6 ounces. So, it&#8217;s the lightest Defense head for men by ECD.&nbsp; The stiffness of ECD Delta lacrosse is something that pushed me towards giving it a try. Well, it&#8217;s undoubtedly up to the expectations of close defense players, LSM, and SSDM. It throws extremely powerful checks, perfect to snatch the ground ball from the opponent&#8217;s head.&nbsp; However, that&#8217;s not everything a lacrosse defenseman needs. Ground ball pick-up also matters. So, I tested it for a few months to see if its aggressive scoop is flexible enough for quick groundball pick-ups. Accuracy of Shot and Pass The ECD Delta lacrosse head has a wider face that tapers into a tighter throat to initiate fast breaks and maintain possession. It has angular side rails, creating a slight pinch in the middle. This design results in a stiff mid pocket for high-speed shooting. I loved how quickly it released the ground for a shot-distance pass. Although I had some off-center hits initially, as the pocket was a little stiffer than I liked, it improved after the break-in period. Besides, the moderately wider face also provided a balanced shooting speed and accuracy. Moreover, it has 6 top holes and 18 sidewall holes, allowing me to easily adjust the pocket to the mid-high level for significantly better shooting speed. My teammates were impressed by its feeding accuracy. However, I noticed the long-distance shooting speed was slower than other heads I&#8217;ve used. If you frequently transition between offense and defense, try the ECD DNA 2.0 or Maverik Tank 2.0.&nbsp; Catching and Cradling Unlike Rebel D, ECD Delta has a wider face profile that is ideal for a defense position. It has provided better catching, especially when receiving fast passes in tight situations.&nbsp; Moreover, its larger surface area to intercept the ball has improved my catching consistency. On the other hand, the tighter throat design keeps the ball snug during checks, minimizing the chances of losing possession when I&#8217;m under pressure. Besides, I also appreciate the increased sidewall height for better ball control while cradling. At first, I thought that the ball would get stuck in the pocket while cradling, delaying the release. However, the ECD Delta lacrosse heads&#8217; design facilitated smooth cradling and quick releases.&nbsp; So, if you are a new player who struggles with cradling and losing the groundball to the opponent, it&#8217;s for you. Although the stiff pocket would be a problem, it will surely improve your control over ground control while cradling.&nbsp; Checking ECD Delta lacrosse head is a lightweight defense head with a very stiff construction. This stiffness allowed me to deliver strong checks, powerful enough to pop the ball out of the opponent&#8217;s head. However, I put more force into delivering impactful checks than usual because it&#8217;s less flexible and lacks the whip. Moreover, the X-shaped diagonal struts supported the side rails nicely while absorbing the impact of the opponent&#8217;s check. The anti-warping FlexForm plastic also limits unwanted warping of the scoop on the inside.&nbsp; Although limited flexibility and a wider face shape made it harder to control the ball in traffic, I loved how well it maintained its shape. I used it for long practice hours in summer, and there were no signs of damage.&nbsp; Besides, ECD has also launched it with Graphene for increased durability and double strength. However, considering the durability of the ECD Delta lacrosse head, I wouldn&#8217;t recommend the pricier Delta graphene. Ground Ball Pick-Up and Faceoff ECD Delta is not a face-off head but has an amazing groundball pick-up (they are calling it a groundball blackhole). It is a curved scoop with a flattened surface that easily funnels the groundball into the pocket. However, the stiffness is something that makes it unsuitable for face-off battles.&nbsp; Considering the aggressive scoop design with the protection lip, I tested it for face-off battles, but it didn&#8217;t meet my expectations. Although groundball pick-ups were easier, the head struck in tight spaces during loose draws.&nbsp; If you prefer flexibility and durability, try Nike CEO III or Warrior Burn FO for better performance.&nbsp; People Also Ask ECD Delta is one of the best defense heads with extraordinary stiffness for high-speed shooting and passing. Although I would have appreciated the flexibility, the aggressive scoop is ideal for easy ground-ball pick-ups.&nbsp; The strong sidewalls deliver powerful checks, and the mid-pocket secures it well while cradling. It&#8217;s also a durable head that absorbs the impact nicely and maintains its shape. So, it&#8217;s also suitable for those who play at Defense, LSM, and SSDM.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":25893,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_eb_attr":"","om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-25874","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mens-heads","entry","has-media"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Head-Review.png","author_info":{"display_name":"Connor Stifel","author_link":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/author\/connorstifel\/"},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ECD-Delta-Lacrosse-Head-Review.png","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25874","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25874"}],"version-history":[{"count":27,"href":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25874\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":36000,"href":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25874\/revisions\/36000"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25893"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25874"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25874"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laxdrip.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25874"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}