{"product_id":"mcg-sports-thrive-junior-cricket-batting-pads-pe-moulded-lightweight-pads-with-ergonomic-straps","title":"MCG Sports THRIVE Junior Cricket Batting Pads – PE Moulded Lightweight Pads with Ergonomic Straps","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMCG Sports THRIVE Junior Cricket Batting Pads\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003ePE-moulded\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eultra-lightweight\u003c\/strong\u003e, and feature \u003cstrong\u003eergonomic straps\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for junior cricketers. Proper protection without the weight that makes kids drag their feet — so they actually move their feet at the crease. 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No pinching, no slipping, no fiddly buckles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Density Foam Lining\u003c\/strong\u003e — Soft inner foam against the leg for impact absorption and all-day comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSide Wings for Sweep Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — Side wing on the front leg protects against sweep-shot and reverse-sweep impacts as your child develops the shot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreathable Mesh Back\u003c\/strong\u003e — Ventilated mesh back keeps legs cool through long innings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatch-Ready Out of the Box\u003c\/strong\u003e — Pre-shaped to the leg; no break-in needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRight- and Left-Hand Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Pad shape is mirrored for left-handers so the side wing protects the correct leg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eJunior Pads 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 — Approx. height 110–125 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eJunior\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAges 8–11 — Approx. height 125–145 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYouth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAges 12–14 — Approx. height 145–165 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePads should cover from just above the ankle to just above the knee — measure your child from ankle bone to mid-thigh for the best fit.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePad Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJunior Cricket Batting Pads\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\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePE-moulded knee roll + shin shell, high-density foam lining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStraps\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree ergonomic elasticated straps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSide Wing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront leg side wing for sweep protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreathable ventilated mesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHand Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight Hand · Left Hand\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 down after each use with a damp cloth; air-dry fully before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever machine-wash — moulded PE will deform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect straps before each match; replace pads if straps fray or shells crack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore flat or upright in the kit bag — avoid stacking heavy gear on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJunior cricketers in school cricket, club junior teams, representative squads, and first-time match players. 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