{"product_id":"ss-colt-scoop-junior-youth-kashmir-willow-cricket-bat","title":"SS Colt Scoop Nitish Kumar Reddy Junior \/ Youth Kashmir Willow Cricket Bat","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSS Colt Scoop Junior \/ Youth Kashmir Willow Cricket Bat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~ A first proper bat that a young batter can actually pick up.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Colt Scoop is built for junior cricketers who have outgrown a plastic or tape-ball bat and need something that behaves like the real thing without being too heavy to swing. The scooped back removes weight from behind the blade and pushes the balance point down, so a size 4 stays light in the hands through a full innings. Kashmir willow keeps it affordable at an age when bats get outgrown fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Players Choose the Colt Scoop\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScooped Back Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterial is removed from the spine behind the hitting zone, cutting pick-up weight while keeping a full-size striking face. It makes the bat easier to control for a smaller player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKashmir Willow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDurable, forgiving and considerably cheaper than English willow — the sensible choice for a growing player who will move up a size within a season or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCane Handle and Grip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCane handle with a rubber grip sized for junior hands, supplied with a protective cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Technical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWillow Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kashmir Willow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRange:\u003c\/strong\u003e SS Colt\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 (junior \/ youth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e select the weight band above\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scooped back\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cane with rubber grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leather \/ hard ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New, requires knocking-in before match use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protective bat cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Colt Scoop is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eJunior cricketers moving into hard-ball cricket for the first time\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcademy and school players who need a light, controllable bat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eParents who want a durable bat that will not be outgrown expensively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrand Authority: Why SS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSareen Sports has made cricket bats in Meerut since 1969 and keeps a continuous international player roster. Every bat we list is sourced through SS’s authorised supply chain and ships from our own US warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/blogs\/blog-posts\/how-to-choose-the-perfect-sized-bat-for-you\"\u003eHow to choose the perfect sized bat for you\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Your Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/junior-youth-cricket-batting-gloves\"\u003eJunior Batting Gloves\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/junior-batting-pads\"\u003eJunior Batting Pads\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/junior-bats\"\u003eJunior Cricket Bats\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/collections\/cricket-batting-accessories\"\u003eBat Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From TopCricketStore?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipped fast directly from our warehouse in \u003cstrong\u003eEdison, NJ, USA\u003c\/strong\u003e. Spend over $100 and shipping is on us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ Section\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What age is a size 4 bat for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Size 4 generally suits players around 9 to 11 years old, but height matters more than age. Check the size guide above against the player’s actual height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: What does the scoop actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e Removing material from the back of the blade lowers the overall weight and shifts the balance, so the bat feels lighter to lift and swing than its weight alone suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Kashmir or English willow — which should I buy for a junior?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kashmir willow is the practical choice for most juniors. It is tougher, far cheaper, and juniors outgrow bats quickly, so the extra performance of English willow is rarely worth the cost at this stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Does it need knocking in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Kashmir willow needs less work than English willow, but a proper knocking-in before hard-ball use will still extend the bat’s life considerably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: Can it be used with a tennis ball?\u003c\/strong\u003e It can, but it is built for a leather ball. If the player only uses tennis or soft balls, a dedicated tennis-ball bat is a better buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ6: Does TopCricketStore ship this within the USA?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, from our Edison, NJ warehouse to addresses nationwide, with free shipping on orders over $100.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SS","offers":[{"title":"4 \/ (1lb 11oz - 1lb 13oz)","offer_id":48194956525794,"sku":"CRIC-SSXX-KBAT-COSC-SZ41","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 \/ Super Light (2lbs - 2lbs 3oz)","offer_id":48194957836514,"sku":"CRIC-SSXX-KBAT-COSC-SZ42","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7924\/0418\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_9bec38b1-fb12-4855-876a-fbc99b14aa39.jpg?v=1786824903","url":"https:\/\/topcricketstore.com\/products\/ss-colt-scoop-junior-youth-kashmir-willow-cricket-bat","provider":"TopCricketStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}