How to Paint a Lacrosse Shaft

Lacrosse owes its origins to Native Americans as the modern game is an evolution of their sport. Lacrosse sticks come in different shapes, lengths and with a variety of baskets. Like many team sports, lacrosse gear gets customized with team colors or logos. Painting a lacrosse shaft requires the right paint and a method of getting an even and drip-free layer of paint onto the shaft's material. Be sure to use acrylic, all-weather spray paints for the shaft.

Things You'll Need

  • Adjustable wrench
  • Newspapers
  • Wire
  • Carabiner or clip
  • All-weather, acrylic spray paint
  • Rags
  • Permanent markers (optional)
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Instructions

    • 1

      Remove the basket and head form the top of the lacrosse shaft. Use an adjustable wrench to remove the nuts and holding pins.

    • 2

      Push a wire through the screw holes on the top of the shaft. Use enough wire to bring both ends up, twist several times and have a 12-inch piece of wire pointing up from the top of the shaft.

    • 3

      Clip the carabiner onto a pole, rafter or branch, depending on where you paint the shaft. Let the shaft hang laterally from the carabiner by twisting the wire onto the carabiner clip.

    • 4

      Spread newspaper out under the shaft and shake the spray paint cans. Apply an even coat of paint to the shaft. Use rags to dab up any drips or runs. Let the paint dry and then apply a second coat, ensuring a bright sheen and even paint job.

    • 5

      Add accent colors with permanent markers once the paint dries. Remove the shaft when dry, and attach the head and basket.