The Slazenger Airball is designed for aspiring cricketers and coaches looking for a safe yet realistic training experience. Its key benefit lies in providing a life-like bounce akin to a regular cricket ball, but with a unique soft plastic construction that significantly minimizes the sting upon impact. This makes it an ideal choice for beginners and junior players transitioning from soft balls to harder cricket balls. While perfect for skill development and practice, it is important to remember that the Airball is a training aid and not intended for competitive match play.
Unique Soft Plastic Construction: Crafted from a special soft plastic exclusive to Slazenger, this ball drastically reduces the 'sting' associated with harder balls, building confidence in young players.
Life-like Bounce: Engineered to deliver a bounce profile similar to a traditional cricket ball, ensuring that practice sessions accurately simulate game conditions.
Multi-purpose Training Tool: Excellent for a wide range of coaching drills, batting practice, and fielding exercises, catering to both individual practice and group sessions.
Ideal for Beginners & Juniors: Specifically designed to aid in the progression of players from very soft balls to more standard cricket balls, making the transition smoother and less intimidating.
Available in Two Sizes: Comes in both a Senior size (6.7mm diameter, approx. 4.25oz) and a Junior size (6.1mm diameter, approx. 2.60oz) to suit different age groups and skill levels.
Reduces Fear of Impact: The soft construction minimizes pain, encouraging learners to confidently face the ball and improve technique.
Realistic Practice Experience: Offers a bounce similar to a standard cricket ball, making training more effective and relevant.
Durable for Training: Built to withstand repeated impacts during extensive practice sessions.
Safe for Coaching: Allows coaches to conduct various drills with reduced risk of injury, especially when working with younger players.
Versatile Use: Suitable for batting, bowling, and fielding practice, indoors or outdoors.
Not for Match Play: Designed as a training ball, it is not suitable for official competitive cricket matches.
Different Feel from Hard Ball: While realistic in bounce, the soft plastic won't replicate the exact hardness or seam feel of a traditional leather cricket ball.
Reduces Fear of Impact: The soft construction minimizes pain, encouraging learners to confidently face the ball and improve technique.
Realistic Practice Experience: Offers a bounce similar to a standard cricket ball, making training more effective and relevant.
Durable for Training: Built to withstand repeated impacts during extensive practice sessions.
Safe for Coaching: Allows coaches to conduct various drills with reduced risk of injury, especially when working with younger players.
Versatile Use: Suitable for batting, bowling, and fielding practice, indoors or outdoors.
Not for Match Play: Designed as a training ball, it is not suitable for official competitive cricket matches.
Different Feel from Hard Ball: While realistic in bounce, the soft plastic won't replicate the exact hardness or seam feel of a traditional leather cricket ball.
The Slazenger Airball excels in creating a positive and effective learning environment for cricket. Its soft yet responsive nature makes it an invaluable asset for:
Beginner Batting Practice: Allows new players to practice their batting strokes without the fear of getting hurt, building confidence and muscle memory.
Junior Player Progression: Helps junior cricketers adapt to a more realistic ball feel and bounce as they transition from very soft, light balls towards harder cricket balls.
Coaching Drills: Coaches can use the Airball for a variety of drills, including catching practice, close-in fielding, and targeted bowling exercises, knowing that player safety is enhanced.
Indoor Practice: Its softer impact makes it a safer option for practicing in limited spaces or indoors where a hard ball might cause damage or injury.
Developing Technique: Encourages players to focus on proper technique rather than bracing for impact, leading to better fundamental skill development. The consistent, life-like bounce allows for repetitive practice of shots and bowling actions.
Your Slazenger Airball requires no special setup. Simply unpackage it, and it's ready for immediate use.
Cricket Equipment: Compatible with standard cricket bats, stumps, and protective gear (helmets, pads, gloves) typically used in practice sessions.
Playing Surfaces: Can be used on various surfaces including grass, artificial turf, and indoor sports hall flooring.
Cleaning: If the ball gets dirty, gently wipe it clean with a damp cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners.
Storage: Store the Airball in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Prolonged exposure to heat can affect the ball's material properties and bounce characteristics.
Inspection: Periodically inspect the ball for any signs of excessive wear or damage. While durable, sharp impacts or abrasive surfaces can cause nicks or tears over time.