Premier Cricketer

South North will again be running their popular cricket masterclasses run by current and ex-professional cricketers (chosen from Martin Speight, Neil Killeen, Nicky Phillips, Melvyn Betts, Gordon Muchall and Ashley Thorpe) from Mon 21 Dec to Wed 23 Dec.

Three days of cricket specific activities to include Batting, Bowling, Match Skills, Fielding & Wicket Keeping

Breakfast Club available for drop off from 8.30amCost £30 per day or £75 for all three days
Please click here for further details and application form or contact Gillian on 0191 246 0006 / gillian.usher@southnorth.co.uk

The new Slazenger Air Blade cricket bat range is now available from specialist cricket retailers and online. The Air Blade cricket bats have been developed to deliver destructive performance for those cricketers who demand ultra lightweight blades. This is achieved through the Precision Profile, concave spine which delivers an incredible pick-up and results in fantastic manoeuvrability, enabling all round stroke play. The contoured toe is crafted to make the pick-up lighter. The Xtreme Edge Profile delivers an enlarged sweet spot for maximum response. Power and control are increased by the subtle bowing of the blade.

The Air Blade cricket bats are made from English willow from grades one down to four so that there are models to suit all budgets. All models are pre prepared for much quicker knocking-in, although Slazenger and most cricket equipment retailers will recommend further knocking in before use. Some models also benefit from a fitted toe guard. Junior models are also available with the Academy Protégé model being made from English Willow and the Ian Bell Panther model being made from Kashmir willow for an excellent value, entry level cricket bat for young players. The cricket bats all have oval cane handles and the weight range for the senior Air Blade range is approximately 2lb 7oz up to 2lb 10oz. For further information, please visit our website at http://www.morrant.com.

Skins have launched their new Ice range which is bound to prove as popular as the rest of their performance baselayers. Specially designed to offer complete range of movement for optimum comfort during use, the Ice range is made with a treated fabric which keeps you cool when performing in even the hottest conditions. The Skins Ice fabric contains microcapsules and a Menthol active ingredient to increase the cooling properties of the garments. All of the Skins Ice range have the full compression and moisture wicking properties of the other skins garments including BioAcceleration to reduce lactic acid build up; Skin fit precision based on your BMI algorithm; Muscle + to focus muscle power and reduce muscle vibration; moisture management and temperature control for optimal body temperature and comfort and the added benefits of antibacterial and antimicrobial finishes to keep garments fresh. Skins are also SPF 50+ for added protection from harmful UV rays when playing outside for prolonged periods, ideal for sports like cricket.

Hunts County have re-styled their cricket batting gloves and pads for the 2009 season. They have introduced up to date colours and have continued to progress the multi-section designs on their batting gloves for a modern look.

The new top end cricket batting glove the Triumph combines traditional sausage style fingers with additional flex points and reinforced inserts to the lead fingers to deliver modern protection levels and colours with a more conventional feel. The Glory batting glove meanwhile, has a flexible multi section construction with additional reinforced protection for a more contemporary design. Both gloves have side protection, air flow systems and a soft towelling inner lining.

The new Triumph batting legguards have a modern look to them using high density foam with fibre inserts for the protection. They have been uniquely shaped for a perfect fit and have a contoured dual density foam inner with mesh panels for breathability. The design is ambidextrous to be suitable for both right and left handed batsmen, making it ideal for clubs too. The Glory batting pads are a traditional design with cane rods and rounded High Density foam. They are fitted with an internal knee protection cap and inner bolsters with mesh panels for comfort. The glory is also an ambidextrous design.

Their popular Steelback design batting gloves and pads have been kept for 2009 and these offer sizes from Small Boy’s up to Large Men’s.

The full Hunts County range can be found at leading cricket equipment retailers.

Established in 1973, Morrant Group Ltd is a family run business with over 35 years experience in mail order team sports equipment. Father, Daughter, Son and staff are working hard every day to ensure that our company achieves its aim.For further information, please visit our website at http://www.morrant.com