{"product_id":"mcg-sports-thrive-junior-cricket-abdo-guard-high-impact-resistant-protection-with-cushioned-edges","title":"MCG Sports THRIVE Junior Cricket Abdo Guard – High-Impact Resistant Protection with Cushioned Edges","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMCG Sports THRIVE Junior Cricket Abdo Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e is high-impact resistant groin protection with \u003cstrong\u003ecushioned edges\u003c\/strong\u003e for all-day comfort — the non-negotiable piece of safety kit every junior cricketer needs from their first net session. Sized for ages 5–14.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It's the First Piece of Kit to Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf every piece of cricket gear, the abdo guard (\"box\") is the one your child must wear every single time they pick up a bat against a hard ball. The MCG THRIVE junior abdo guard is high-impact resistant, anatomically shaped, and softly edged so kids actually want to wear it — instead of conveniently \"forgetting\" it in the bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Impact Resistant Shell\u003c\/strong\u003e — Hard-shell construction tested to deflect ball-impact force at junior bowling speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCushioned Edges\u003c\/strong\u003e — Softly padded rim — no sharp edges digging into the legs or hips during a long innings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnatomically Shaped\u003c\/strong\u003e — Pre-curved for a junior anatomy — sits comfortably and stays in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight\u003c\/strong\u003e — Light enough to be worn comfortably for hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVentilated Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Air channels keep the area cool during long match days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Use with a Jock Strap\u003c\/strong\u003e — Slips into a standard cricket jock strap or supporter; not sold with strap (which is normal for cricket abdo guards).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eJunior Abdo Guard Sizing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall Junior\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAges 5–7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eJunior\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAges 8–11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYouth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAges 12–14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuard Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJunior Cricket Abdo Guard \/ Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRange\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMCG Sports THRIVE Junior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShell\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-impact resistant hard shell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEdges\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCushioned padded rim\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnatomically pre-curved for junior anatomy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVentilation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir channels for breathability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWorn With\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard cricket jock strap or supporter (not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSizes Available\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall Junior · Junior · Youth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuits Ages\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 – 14 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe with a damp cloth after each use; air-dry before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the shell before every match — replace immediately if cracked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace if the shell has taken a heavy direct ball impact (single-impact rated).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore flat in the kit bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery male junior cricketer playing with a hard ball — from first net session through to representative cricket. Non-negotiable safety kit. Also part of the \u003cstrong\u003eMCG Sports THRIVE Ultimate Junior Cricket Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes my child need an abdo guard for soft-ball cricket?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot for genuine soft balls (e.g. T-ball, training tennis balls). For any cricket played with a hard ball — including practice with a leather ball — yes, every time, without exception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it worn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe abdo guard slips into a cricket jock strap or supporter that has a built-in pouch. The jock strap holds it securely in place during play. Jock straps are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should it be replaced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter any significant direct ball impact (cricket abdo guards are single-impact rated for maximum protection), if the shell shows any crack, or when your child grows out of the size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × MCG Sports THRIVE Junior Cricket Abdo Guard (in selected size). 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