Gray Nicolls GEM Academy Cricket Bat JUNIOR

The GEM 2.0 bat has an updated profile and decal for 2024. Working closely with the many international ambassadors in the women's game to produce an imposing bat shape which remains lightweight and picks up well with maximum power output.

A full profile, big edges and moderate duck bill into the toe, gives a real sense of power. Combined with a 1/2 inch shorter blade to improve balance and weight distribution.

The Academy junior model is hand crafted from English willow with an Extratec cover. Selected for lightweight characteristics.

Full knocking-in is required.

Bow: Even - Mid

Face: Flat face.

Profile: Large middle with duck bill shape into toe - creating a large hitting zone and increased bat speed.

Face: Flat face

Pick-up: Ultra lightweight pick-up.

Edges: Large edge to match the spine.

Toe: Square.

Handle: Super Short

Grip: Superlink Pro - high performance, maximum grip.

Sizes: 3 and 4

Approx. size guide by player height:

Size 4: 144-150cm / 4ft 9in-4ft 11in

Size 3: 137-144cm / 4ft 6in-4ft 9in

Players should be able to comfortably lift the bat in the back lift position.