The Scoop feature helps players to cradle the ball more easily when dribbling, without any loss of control when hitting or flicking * Offers greater consistency when hitting the ball * Improved feel & handling when controlling the ball * Increased durability on synthetic pitches * composite. The Scoop"s toe is compliant with FIH guidelines (2011 Field Hockey Rule 2.3F) that the flat playing side of the head of the stick can be no more than 4mm convex or concave