{"product_id":"nike-alpha-elite-2-lacrosse-head-white-pre-strung-ecd-hero-4-0-semi-soft","title":"Nike Alpha Elite 2 Lacrosse Head – White – Pre-Strung with ECD Hero 4.0 Semi-Soft Mesh","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Nike Alpha Elite 2 is Nike's premier defensive lacrosse head, engineered for elite-level defenders and long-stick midfielders who demand durability, ground ball dominance, and consistent performance in all weather conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBuilt with Nike's high-performance PowerForm material, the Alpha Elite 2 is exceptionally stiff and tough — holding its shape and performance through physical play, rain, cold, and everything a full season throws at it. The updated face shape features a deep bottom rail that allows the head to be strung with a high pocket, making it easier to vacuum up ground balls, protect possession under contact, and clear confidently up the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis version is pre-strung with ECD Hero 4.0 Semi-Soft mesh — one of the most trusted performance meshes in lacrosse. The Tri-Fiber Core weaves three specialized fibers together for superior texture, grip, and a clean, consistent release. Innegra-reinforced anti-bagging construction delivers 10% improved bagging resistance over the previous generation, keeping the pocket's shape and performance locked in all season. Semi-soft feel means it's game-ready straight out of the box — no break-in needed — and performs reliably in the cold and wet conditions Canadian players deal with season-long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Elite defensemen, long-stick midfielders (LSMs), and two-way players at the high school, college, or club level who need a head built specifically for defensive dominance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the Alpha Elite 2 different from the original Alpha Elite?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Alpha Elite 2 upgrades the construction to PowerForm material for improved durability across all conditions and refines the face shape with a deeper bottom rail for a higher pocket placement — giving defenders better ground ball control and ball protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is ECD Hero 4.0 mesh?\u003c\/strong\u003e Made by East Coast Dyes in collaboration with Jimalax in the U.S.A., Hero 4.0 uses a Tri-Fiber Core combining three specialized fibers for more texture, control, and a consistent release. Anti-bagging construction holds pocket shape over a full season. Semi-soft feel is natural from day one — ideal for cold-weather and wet-condition play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePowerForm material — exceptional stiffness and durability in all conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDeep bottom rail — high pocket optimized for ground ball vacuuming and ball protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUpdated face shape — improved ground play and clearing performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eECD Hero 4.0 Semi-Soft mesh — Tri-Fiber Core, superior texture and consistent release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e10% improved bagging resistance — Innegra-reinforced, holds pocket shape all season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eGame-ready out of the box — no break-in required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWhite colourway — clean, versatile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eECD mesh made in the U.S.A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nike","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46048844611772,"sku":"NI-LAC-0612","price":195.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/0429\/5356\/files\/IMG-7440.jpg?v=1773326755","url":"https:\/\/www.sandersonlacrosse.com\/products\/nike-alpha-elite-2-lacrosse-head-white-pre-strung-ecd-hero-4-0-semi-soft","provider":"Sanderson Lacrosse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}