The Easton stick is in use right now an it is build so it have a lot of flex without breaking S19 hockey stick features the same TORX™ technology seen on the S17 hockey stick. TORX™ is the distinguishing elliptical shaft shape in the lower portion of the hockey stick. This increases the tensional strength and rigidity to the blade, resulting lightning quick and accurate releases. As seen in the inset image, the red arrows represent the twisting motion of the blade opening up during a shot, while the blue arrows represent the tensional resistance provided by the elliptical shape which helps keep the blade closed.