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A junior bat should be manageable, not just impressive in the hand. If it feels heavy in a short net, it will feel worse late in training.
Junior cricket gear Ireland
A parent friendly kit checklist for young cricketers.
Buying junior cricket gear can get confusing fast. Start with the player's age, role, club advice and a short list of items they will actually use at training in Ireland.
Best first stepAsk the coach what the player needs this season.
Good for IrelandClub training, school cricket and junior programmes.
Protective gearDocuments and certification need checking first.
For a young player in Ireland, the right junior cricket kit depends on where they are playing, how often they train, whether they bat in hard ball cricket, and what the club can already provide.
If the player is new, borrow club gear first where possible. A few net sessions tell you more than any size chart. You will see whether the bat feels too heavy, whether pads sit properly, and whether the player is likely to stick with cricket beyond the first few weeks.
When you are ready to price gear, keep the request simple: age, height, dominant hand, club or school, hard ball or soft ball, and the items the coach asked for.
Junior gear for Irish clubs and families.
CricketGear.ie is built around Irish cricket buyers. That means parents buying one starter set, coaches planning junior sessions and clubs pricing group orders before the season gets busy.
WhereRequests are welcome from Dublin, Leinster and clubs across Ireland.
WhoParents, coaches, schools, junior coordinators and club committees.
HowUse the pricing form, then we reply with questions or suitable options.
TimingEarlier requests are easier, especially for club groups and junior squads.
Junior cricket kit list.
A practical list for parents and junior coaches. Treat it as a conversation starter, not a rule for every player.
Pads and gloves
Fit matters more than buying a larger size to grow into. Loose pads and oversized gloves can make batting harder for a young player.
Balls and stumps
For home practice, ask the coach what type of ball suits the player's age and session. Clubs may use different balls for junior groups.
Bag and extras
A simple cricket bag, abdominal guard and small accessories are often enough. Add specialist items only when the player needs them.
Before buying a full set
Junior cricket is seasonal for many families. If a player is just trying the sport, a staged purchase usually makes more sense than a full kit bag straight away.
- Ask the coach what the club expects each player to own.
- Check whether shared club gear is available for the first sessions.
- Confirm whether the player is training with soft ball, incrediball or hard ball.
- Write down height, age and batting hand before requesting prices.
Protective equipment
Helmets and other protective items need a slower decision. Do not rely on a product name alone.
- Ask which documents and certification apply for the player's cricket.
- Check the fit with a coach or someone responsible for junior cricket.
- Keep any supplier documents with the club or family records.
- Do not treat this page as safety advice.
CricketGear.ie only handles protective items when documents and supplier information can be checked first.
What to send when asking for pricing.
A clear enquiry saves time. You do not need every detail, but these notes help avoid the wrong kit.
Player details
Age, height, batting hand and whether the player is new or already playing matches.
Cricket type
Hard ball, soft ball, school training, club nets, camp use or home practice.
Kit needed
Bat only, batting set, bag, balls, stumps, club group order or a starter bundle.
Timing
When training starts, whether it is for one player or a group, and any coach preferences.
How the pricing request works
The request button opens the main CricketGear.ie enquiry form. Send your name, email, kit type, rough quantity and any notes you already know.
We can ask for sizes, hand preference, brands or budget in the reply. No payment details are collected in the form.
What makes a good enquiry
- Age group and height if known.
- One player or a club group order.
- Hard ball, soft ball, school or club use.
- Any timing from the coach or club.
Need junior kit pricing?
Send the basics now. The button opens the main enquiry form. If we need sizes, brands or delivery details, we will ask in the reply.
Junior kit questions.
Short answers for parents, coaches and club volunteers.
What junior cricket gear should parents buy first in Ireland?
Start with the items the player needs for their role and level. A junior bat, batting pads, gloves, abdominal guard, bag and suitable balls for practice are common first items. Check with the coach before buying a helmet or other protective gear because documents and certification need checking first.
Should a junior player use club gear before buying their own kit?
Often, yes. If the club has shared kit, it can help a new player work out bat size, pad fit and batting preference before parents spend money on a full personal set.
Can CricketGear.ie price junior kits for a whole club group?
Yes. Send the age group, rough quantities, timing and any coach preferences. CricketGear.ie can reply with questions or pricing options once supplier details, documents and costs have been checked.
Do you handle requests outside Dublin?
Yes. Dublin and Leinster are natural early focus areas, but enquiries are welcome from clubs, schools and parents across Ireland.
Can you help choose the right junior bat size?
We can ask for age, height and playing level before suggesting options. A bat that is too heavy can make cricket harder for a young player.