Kookaburra Prism Pro 1.0 Senior Cricket Bat
The Kookaburra Prism Pro 1.0 Senior Cricket Bat is a high grade English willow cricket bat for senior players who want a versatile shape for scoring off both the front and back foot. Made from Pro 1.0 Grade unbleached English willow, it combines quality willow with a mid to high profile designed for an all round stroke game.
The mid to high profile positions more of the bat's shape further up the blade than a low profile design. This gives batters a versatile option when moving forward to drive or transferring onto the back foot to cut and pull.
An oval handle provides a defined orientation through the hands, helping the batter maintain a clear sense of the bat face through the setup and swing. The standard face and standard toe complete the Prism Pro 1.0 profile.
Who is the Prism Pro 1.0 best for?
The Prism Pro 1.0 is best suited to senior cricketers looking for high grade English willow and a versatile batting profile. Its mid to high shape makes sense for players whose scoring game involves both front foot and back foot shots rather than concentrating predominantly on one area of the blade.
Key features
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Pro 1.0 Grade unbleached English willow.
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Mid to high profile supports a varied front foot and back foot stroke game.
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Standard toe profile.
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Standard face.
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Oval handle.
Why buy a Kookaburra cricket bat from Players Sports?
Choosing an English willow cricket bat is about more than the grade written on the label. Profile, individual weight and pick up all affect how a bat feels in your hands, and Players Sports can help you work through those factors when comparing cricket bats.
Frequently asked questions
What willow is used in the Kookaburra Prism Pro 1.0?
The Prism Pro 1.0 is made from Pro 1.0 Grade unbleached English willow. It is positioned as one of the higher quality bats in the range, combining high grade willow with a versatile mid to high batting profile.
What batting style suits the Kookaburra Prism Pro 1.0?
The Prism Pro 1.0 suits senior batters who play off both the front and back foot. Its mid to high profile makes it a versatile option for a varied stroke game rather than a bat designed primarily around one type of shot.
Why is gradual net use recommended for a new English willow cricket bat?
Gradual net use allows the newly prepared willow to be introduced progressively to harder ball impacts. Moving from gentle throwdowns to spin and then seam bowling helps condition the blade before full match use, supporting durability and long term performance.
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*Players Workshop Knock In, Bat Facing and Toe Guard application options are available (where applicable) once this bat is added to the cart. For assistance email info@playerssports.co.nz
Pro 1.0 Grade Willow
These bats will have straight and evenly spaced and may have some minor imperfections. There may be a small amount of heartwood present towards the edge. They just didn’t meet the visual standards for Pro Players grade.
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Kookaburra sources its willow from the UK, working with the world’s leading growers. When grading cricket bats, several factors are considered beyond the key features mentioned above.
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Performance: Relative to the ping or rebound of the cleft is an integral part of the grading process.
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Grains: The straightness, and evenness of grains in the willow.
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Density: Referring to the natural weight of each cleft.
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Cosmetic: Whether minor or major, blemishes or imperfections—cosmetic or performance-related—are assessed based on their type and where they appear on the bat.
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Colour: The proportion of sapwood and heartwood (redwood) in the cleft, and any other natural discolouration.
| Kookaburra Cricket Bats | |
| Bat Size | Player Height (cm) |
| Long Blade | 183 + |
| Short Handle / Short Blade | 175 - 183 |
| Small Adult | 170 - 175 |
| Harrow | 165 - 170 |
| Size 6 | 160 - 165 |
| Size 5 | 152 - 160 |
| Size 4 | 145 - 152 |
| Size 3 | 137 - 145 |
| Size 2 | 130 - 137 |
| Size 1 | - 130 |
| Please use the above as a guide only. | |
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