THE JX1 Lacrosse Chin Strap
Built by players.
Built for the game.
We are former players who spent our lives in the locker room and on the field. We’ve felt every impact, dealt with the “chin rot” from standard gear, and watched the sport we love evolve—while safety technology stayed stuck in the past.
Jackal was born from a need for something better: a chin strap that actually stays put, protecting the athlete so they can focus on the game.
Next-Gen Jaw Protection
TRUSTED BY ELITE ATHLETES
"Wearing the Jackal, one, when you are shaking and you’re using your upper body, you’re sinking into dodges, and steps…the helmet is staying in place the entire time. You don’t get wiggle. And then coming out of that, when you’re immediately taught to snap your head up to find the open guy...you can clearly see the field." – Michael Sowers | 2026 PLL MVP - Team USA
★★★★★I started using Jackal Jaw during my senior year '24 at Penn State after sustaining a concussion. Jackal Jaw gave me so much confidence returning to the field knowing I was using a specialized product that would protect my most important asset, my brain.
Jackal Jaw's shape and materials are so much better. As soon as you put it on, you feel more protected and more comfortable in your helmet.
I was so glad a product like Jackal Jaw has hit the market as I know it will help protect the future generations of lacrosse players.TJ Malone, Penn State, 2nd Team All-American
Penn State | Pro | Team USA
★★★★★Wore Jackal Jaw my last 3 seasons at Army. It offered a ton of strength when defending guys who like to initiate contact. It wouldn’t ride up over my mouth or nose like the old ones did. It just kept me locked in place. Definitely comfortable and just helped knowing I could drop my shoulder and lean into someone without having to worry about my helmet shifting around.
AJ Pilate - Close D 3x NCAA 2nd-Team All-American Defense
Army West Point | Pro
★★★★★I broke my jaw twice playing lacrosse. I started wearing Jackal all the time and a couple of days ago in practice, I got hit with a shot in the corner of the jaw by our fastest shooter and felt fine after. There's always a lot of contact and my chin has been very secure. Jackal's been sick.
Garrett Kelly, Midfielder, 4x DIII All-American
Tufts University
★★★★★Biggest thing I liked about Jackal Jaw was how far it covered under my chin without feeling bulky/restrictive. Never had to worry about my helmet popping off ever, especially with the new rule change where you have to sub off until the next dead ball at the D1 level. Also has elite durability. Wore it every day for two and a half years. Zero complaints about the product and would highly recommend to any player.
Jackson Intrieri - All-ASUN Midfield
Jacksonville University
★★★★★During the '22 season at Delaware, I broke my jaw during a collision. After surgery, I was expecting an 6-8 week recovery before returning to full contact. After sitting 5 games, I was given Jackal Jaw's JX1 to help protect my jaw from injuries in contact scenarios. I returned in week 6 and on the opening play of the game, I had a heavy collision. After the play, my jaw and chin felt secure and unscathed. From that point on, I was able to play at full speed with confidence knowing I was protected. I went on to complete my senior season and play an entire 5th year season.
Since my injury, I never missed a practice or game after strapping on Jackal Jaw and I couldn’t be more thankful. My teammates also wore it after some head injuries and found similar success.
Can’t thank Jackal Jaw enough for keeping me safe and being a part of my lacrosse career.Kevin Lynch, Close D
University of Delaware
★★★★★In lacrosse, the chinstrap has always been neglected and no other options were available until Jackal Jaw came on the scene. Immediately after putting it on, the JX1's material and design provide an intensely comfortable chinstrap. Communicating is easy and the material of the chinstrap does not constantly rub and irritate my skin like the traditional leather straps. I always feel confident when seeing shots and it provides extra stability and security when I get hit in the helmet. The JX1 gives extra confidence to my game and can’t imagine not using it in my setup.
Knox Dent, Goalie, USILA 2nd Team All-American
Army West Point
★★★★★Biggest thing was not having to adjust or even really touch my helmet during games anymore, it was just always in place. Through the entire dodge, through the contact, through the shot. Compared to the old chin straps, I never had to worry about my vision changing from my helmet moving or jeopardized my safety by my helmet falling off or being out of place. Jackal Jaw should be on every helmet for the safety of players.
Stephen Rehfuss - Attack
Syracuse University | Pro
★★★★★Defense is all about toughness, grit, and resiliency. Wearing Jackal gives me the ability to leave it all out on the field and empty the tank knowing I am being protected at the highest level. It allows me to go 100% after ground balls and to make physical contact on the crease while being fully protected. It is also the most comfortable chinstrap I have worn in my entire career and I think they should be outfitted on all helmets in today's game. It is a must have!
Brett Kennedy, LSM
Syracuse University | Pro
★★★★★Jackal Jaw is a product I wish I had my whole life. The combination of the reinforced jaw pad and the texture/material for comfort makes this one of the most important pieces of equipment. Playing with Jackal Jaw has given me new confidence when picking up tough ground balls. The stability and "locked in" feeling is not achieved with regular chin straps. It also protects my face from the inside of the helmet when I get hit. Jackal Jaw is the only chinstrap I use, I'll never go back.
Jordan Ginder, Face-Off Midfielder
Duke University
The Best Choose Jackal Jaw
Michael Sowers
PLL All-Pro Attack
"For me, Jackal checked 3 boxes. One, the safety. I know that I'm safer wearing Jackal. Two, my performance. My vision is better when I'm in it. And three, I can put it on and not even notice it's there. The comfortability is a huge piece."
Aidan Maguire
Pro | Duke 1st Team All-American
"Jackal is comfortable. I don't have to worry about pulling on my helmet because my chin strap is off. It's always in the right spot. With the old one, my head would move with my helmet. I can hit someone and not fix my facemask in the middle of a play."
Jack Cascadden
Cornell - All-American
"The difference is huge, especially with Standup Neutral Grip, guys are always coming up after they lose the clamp. You're looking at the ball, guys are coming up hitting your chin all the time so the design of Jackal Jaw really prevents that. I don't even think about it when I'm on the field. It allows me to just get that out of my mind."
Michael Long
Cornell – All-American
"My initial thought was, I'm more secure. Jackal's built for the human jaw, it's specialized, not a piece of leather that my Dad was wearing when he played in the 80's."
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