Abstract: A string configuration for a lacrosse stick which combines the advantages of longitudinal thongs with the advantages of a mesh like webbing. The strung head thus includes at least first and second longitudinal thong elements and a mesh portion which extends at least between each of the longitudinal thong elements and a sidewall of the head. The longitudinal thongs are mounted to the mesh portion along the lengths thereof. A transverse lacing is further provided which reinforces the lacrosse stick webbing adjacent the upper end of the head. The upper end of the mesh is coupled to the frame by the longitudinal thong elements as well as a transverse thong element. The lower end of the mesh is coupled to the throat of the frame with the longitudinal thong elements so as to define the ball receiving pocket of the head.