{"product_id":"academy-bat","title":"Academy Bat","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Superior Academy Bat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Superior profile in a more compact size. Our Academy bat features a blade one inch shorter than a traditional Short Handle, allowing us to produce a lighter, beautifully balanced bat while retaining the full profile and performance of our senior Superior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA great option for female cricketers, smaller-framed players and young players progressing into senior cricket, or simply anyone who prefers a lighter, more manoeuvrable bat without sacrificing profile and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade from English willow by Tim and Nick, every Academy bat is built with the same care, pressing and attention to detail as our full-size senior bats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcademy size – blade one inch shorter than a traditional Short Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Superior profile with no incurve – maximises wood in the hitting zone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-low middle for powerful driving and excellent front-foot performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuckbill toe for excellent pick-up and balance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12-piece cane handle – semi-round into oval, pro style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-round face with bow through the hitting area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriple pressed by Tim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighter, more compact alternative to a traditional Short Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished with scuff sheet + resin toe guard for protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSHIPPING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll bats are handmade to order here in our family-run workshop. We aim to dispatch within 10 working days, but at peak times, the wait may be up to 6 weeks depending on workload.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce your bat is ready, we’ll send it via 24-hour delivery. Please note, we don’t dispatch over weekends, and turnaround times may vary depending on how busy we are.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThanks for your patience while we make it worth the wait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keeleycricket.com","offers":[{"title":"Pro Grade","offer_id":56243601539457,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grade 1","offer_id":56243601572225,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grade 2","offer_id":56243601604993,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1956\/6563\/files\/Screenshot2025-11-11at12.41.46.png?v=1762867833","url":"https:\/\/keeleycricket.com\/products\/academy-bat","provider":"Keeleycricket.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}