Alpha Gen 1.0 Academy Junior Cricket Bat
Alpha Gen 1.0 Academy Junior Cricket Bat
Description
If you are looking to buy your child a first bat, or they are moving on from soft ball to hard ball for the first time, why not consider an Alpha 1.0 Academy Junior Bat.
With the same shape as the full size adult bats, the Alpha Academy benefits from a mid-high middle which packs a serious punch.
This middle position and balance point of the bat gives the Alpha a wonderful pick-up, allowing junior players to generate quick hand speed.
The design is bold and powerful, everything you might expect from a cricket bat named Alpha. Black, chrome and white stickers build towards the middle of the bat, giving an already imposing piece of willow yet more to strike fear into the hearts of bowlers with.
Weighing between 1lb10 and 2lb1oz, the Alpha is lightweight yet powerful, perfect for their first forays into hard ball cricket.
Please note, a bat cover is not included.
Features:
- Bow: Mid.
- Profile: Mid blade profile with exaggerated spine profile that enhances pick up with no compromise on size.
- Face: Rounded - Powercurve face.
- Finish: Extratec sheet, protectoe
- Pick up: Mid to high balance point creates feather light pick up.
- Edges: Large edge profile.
- Toe: Semi square.
- Handle: Semi Oval.
Delivery Details
Every UK order gets FREE shipping.
UK customers get FAST & FREE shipping via UPS or DPD - usually with you in 2 working days.
Embellished products such as club teamwear are manufactured to order and take a few days to make before shipping. See the message under the "add to cart" button for an estimate.
Rates for international shipments vary depending on country. See our delivery page for more information
Returns
We offer FREE Returns for UK customers. Simply use our self service tool to generate a return label and drop it off at your local UPS drop-off (thousands across the UK)
We offer a 30 day window to return your product.
Customers from other countries - please see our returns page for more information.
Alpha Gen 1.0 Academy Junior Cricket Bat
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Oliver J Lee - Cattistock CC
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Alastair Cook - England's record Test run scorer
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Bats Size Guide
Picking the right bat for you
When selecting a cricket bat, it's crucial that you pick one that is the correct size for the player. If it's too small or too big, batting will be uncomfortable and performance will be compromised.
Bat size is based on the height of the player. Take a look at our handy Size Guide to see which bat size you should choose.
SH = Short Handle
LH = Long Handle
LB = Long Blade
SM = Small Men's
Common Questions
How do I care for my bat?
We recommend knocking your cricket bat in before use. You should also add a layer of linseed oil if your bat does not come fitted with an Extratec sheet. Store your bat in a dry place when not in use.
See our blog on how to care for your new cricket bat including tips on adding linseed oil and replacing scuff sheets here.
How do I knock my bat in?
Using an old ball in a sock or a Deluxe Bat Mallet, hit the face of your cricket bat to condition the wood. You can also hit the edges of the bat with glancing blows, and gently hit the toe. You do not need to knock in the splice (top) of the bat.
What size bat do I need?
Please refer to our bat size guide to determine the size of the bat you require.
To see all of our size guides, click here.
What weight do I need?
The weight of your bat will mostly be dependent on what size bat you have. A junior bat will weigh between 1lb 11oz and 2lb 6oz, whereas adult bats range from around 2lb7 oz to 2lb 12oz.
What weight are our bats?
Size 0 -1lb10oz - 1lb13oz
Size 1: 1lb11oz - 1lb14oz
Size 2: 1lb12oz -1lb15oz
Size 3: 1lb13oz - 2lb
Size 4: 1lb14oz - 2lb1oz
Size 5: 2lb - 2lb 3oz
Size 6: 2lb1oz - 2lb4oz
Harrow: 2lb3oz - 2lb6oz
Short Handle: 2lb7oz - 2lb12oz
Pro Performance: 2lb7oz - 3lb0oz
5 Star Lite: 2lb - 2lb12oz
Size 6: 2lb1oz -2lb4oz
Harrow: 2lb3oz - 2lb6oz
SMH: 2lb4oz - 2lb7oz
SH: 2lb7oz -2lb12oz
