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2026 Gray Nicolls Crest Academy Cricket Ball

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• Machine stitched with a high-quality thread for good performance

• Cork and rubber combination core to retain hardness

• Grade 3 Chrome-tanned leather

• A durable, lightly lacquered finish keep the shine on the ball and gives it a lovely feel in the hand

• Two-piece construction

• Hard shell lining keeps the ball performing for longer

Junior - 136g
Adult - 156g

The Crest Academy cricket ball is a fantastic value for money cricket ball that performs brilliantly despite its incredible price point. Designed for entry-level junior cricket, the Crest Academy has been designed to last by our Gray-Nicolls product designers.

The ball is machine stitched with high-quality thread – ensuring the ball will keep its shape and for as long as possible. The hard shell lining will aid the lifespan of the ball, which we hope can be used for a long time in the nets after its use in a game.

We've used a cork and rubber combination for the core of the ball which gives it a hardness that it will be able to retain in junior cricket. The light lacquered finish is also durable, giving the Crest Academy every chance of lasting for a long time.

Grade 3 chrome tanned leather gives the ball a deep red look so desired by bowling teams, no matter their age.

If your club is looking for fantastic value for money cricket balls, the Crest Academy just can't be beaten. High quality and under ten pounds, we are immensely proud of this offering.

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Frequently asked questions

The 'holy grail' of bats is one with a massive profile and a very light 'dead weight' but this is exceptionally hard to find.There is much discussion about heavier bats and massive edge profiles and how these will hit the ball further but we do not totally subscribe to that theory. Clearly, if you choose a lighter bat then you will most likely have to compromise slightly on the thickness of the profile and edge profile but this is not a problem. We all have different physiques and sizes and we strongly believe that to get the best performance out of a bat the most essential element is to choose one that feels the right weight for you, this will help you to time the ball better and ultimately make more runs!It is interesting when a player stipulates that they must have an exact bat weight - if a 2lb 9oz and a 2lb 10oz bat weight were placed in front of the player, it is unlikely that they would be able to tell the difference. We feel 'pick up' is more important than 'dead weight' as the 'pick up' determines how the bat will feel in play – nobody can tell you what the right pick up is for you, or the exact weight you should use – it is a question of what feels right for you.

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