New Balance Dc 400 Junior Cricket Bat

New Balance DC 400 Junior English Willow Cricket Bat

The New Balance DC 400 Junior English Willow Cricket Bat is a Grade 5 English willow bat designed for young cricketers developing their game through school and club cricket. It brings the DC profile into junior sizing, with a lower middle and generous hitting area that particularly suit players learning to play confidently off the front foot.

The DC 400 Junior also comes with a protective facing and toe guard already fitted, giving the English willow blade additional protection from the outset.

Grade 5 English Willow

The DC 400 Junior is made from Grade 5 English willow, providing an accessible option for young players moving into an English willow cricket bat.

Built for Developing Front Foot Batting

The DC profile places the middle lower down the blade, putting more of the hitting area behind shots played off the front foot. This makes it a useful shape for junior cricketers developing their driving and learning to transfer their weight forward into the ball.

For junior players, bat weight matters. Choosing a bat they can comfortably lift and swing allows them to develop better bat speed and control rather than having their technique restricted by a bat that is too heavy.

Who is the New Balance DC 400 Junior best for?

The New Balance DC 400 Junior is best suited to developing school and club cricketers who want an accessible English willow cricket bat.

Key Features

• Grade 5 English willow

• Junior DC profile brings the characteristics of the DC range into junior sizing

• Lower middle complements developing front foot stroke play

• Generous hitting area provides a practical profile for young batters

• Facing already fitted provides additional protection across the blade

• Toe guard already fitted helps protect against moisture and general wear

• Designed for junior cricket

• Steve Smith endorsed DC range

Why Buy a Junior Cricket Bat from Players Sports?

Getting the right junior cricket bat is about more than choosing a brand or willow grade. At Players Sports Greenlane, 1-7 Marewa Road, young cricketers can compare bats in person and get practical advice on the right length, weight and pickup for their size and stage of development.

This is particularly important when moving between junior cricket bat sizes. A correctly sized bat allows a young player to swing freely, control the blade and develop sound technique. Our team can help compare individual bats rather than simply choosing a larger size for the player to grow into.

Players Sports is a New Zealand owned sports specialist, with a multi brand cricket range available in store and online with delivery throughout New Zealand.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grade English willow is the New Balance DC 400 Junior?

The New Balance DC 400 Junior is made from Grade 5 English willow. It provides an accessible English willow option for young players developing through school and club cricket.

Does the New Balance DC 400 Junior come with a facing?

Yes. A protective facing comes already fitted to the DC 400 Junior, providing additional protection across the English willow blade.

Does the DC 400 Junior still need knocking in?

The fitted facing and toe guard provide additional protection but do not replace proper bat preparation. Make sure the bat is correctly prepared before progressing to full match use against a hard cricket ball.

What type of junior batter suits the New Balance DC 400?

The DC 400 Junior particularly suits young players developing their front foot batting. Its lower middle complements drives and other strokes where the batter gets forward to the ball.

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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