HEAD Paw 19 Junior Tennis Racquet

The HEAD Paw 19 Junior (also labeled as the HEAD Paw Patrol 19) is tailored for the youngest starters aged 2 to 4 years (height around 90–105 cm / 35–41.5 inches). Featuring bright, officially licensed graphics from the popular PAW Patrol series, this racquet makes introducing toddlers to tennis fun, approachable, and engaging.

Weighing just 175 grams (unstrung) with a 19-inch length and an 81 square-inch head size, it is scaled down to allow seamless control, easy swings, and gentle ball contact using Red Stage (Stage 3) low-compression tennis balls or foam balls.

Performance Profile

1. Maneuverability (10/10): Exceptional. At an ultra-lightweight 175 g, it allows toddlers to swing effortlessly without straining small wrists or developing shoulders.
2. Forgiveness & Sweet Spot (8.5/10): High. The generous 81 sq. in. head size enlarges the target area to make hitting clean contacts easy for beginner rallies.
3. Arm Comfort & Protection (9.0/10): Excellent. Features HEAD’s Damp+ insert positioned just above the handle to reduce impact vibrations before they reach the child's hand.
4. Durability (8.5/10): Solid. Constructed with durable, lightweight aluminum to withstand scraping against the court surface during early play.

Key Technologies

1. Lightweight Aluminum Frame: Durable alloy construction engineered specifically to take rough court wear while keeping the frame easy to manage.
2. Damp+ Insert: A specialized dampening insert isolated above the grip that filters out harsh frame shock upon ball impact.
3. Playful PAW Patrol Graphics: Bright character artwork designed to keep toddlers excited about stepping onto the court.

Best Suited For

1. Toddler Beginners (Ages 2–4): Children standing between 90 cm and 105 cm tall who are taking their very first tennis swings.
2. Red Ball / Stage 3 Players: Youngsters practicing on mini-courts using foam or low-compression Red balls.
3. PAW Patrol Fans: Children who love the show and want a fun, recognizable racquet for practice.

Specifications

• Head Size: 81 sq. in. / 520 cm²
• Length: 19.0 in. / 48.5 cm.
• Unstrung Weight: 175 g / 6.2 oz.
• Unstrung Balance: ~230 mm / Head Light.
• Beam Width: 20 mm Constant Beam.
• Composition: Aluminum.
• String Pattern: 16 Mains / 17 Crosses.
• Recommended Ball Stage: Stage 3 (Red / Foam Balls).
• Target Player Height: 90 cm – 105 cm (2–4 years).