HEAD Radical Jr. Junior Tennis Racquet

The HEAD Radical Jr. Junior is the full-size flagship performance racquet in HEAD’s junior lineup, designed for rising competitive players aged 9 to 11 years (height around 140–152 cm / 55–60 inches). Embodying the sleek orange and teal graphic identity of the adult Radical tour series, it bridges the gap between junior starter frames and full-length adult performance racquets.

Weighing 245 grams (unstrung) with a 26-inch length and a 100 square-inch head size, it incorporates real performance technology—including HEAD's Auxetic construction—to deliver dynamic control, spin potential, and crisp feedback for developing tournament-level technique.

Performance Profile

1. All-Round Playability (9.5/10): Superior. The 100 sq. in. head size combined with a 16x19 string pattern offers a versatile balance of controllable power, spin, and trajectory placement.
2. Maneuverability (9.5/10): High. At 245 g with a head-light balance, it swings fast through the air, enabling quick wrist acceleration for spin and fast net reaction times.
3. Control & Ball Feedback (9.0/10): Excellent. Auxetic technology provides direct, connected impact feel, allowing junior players to feel the ball dwell on the string bed and place shots accurately.
4. Arm Comfort & Cushioning (9.0/10): High. The graphite construction dampens harsh frame vibrations, protecting young wrists and elbows during intense match play.

Key Technologies

1. Auxetic Construction: Integrated into the yoke region, expanding under pull and contracting under pressure to deliver optimal tactile feedback and impact feel on every stroke.
2. Full Graphite Composite Frame: High-grade graphite build that provides optimal energy transfer, frame stability, and longevity compared to basic aluminum junior frames.
3. Graphene Inside: Strategically positioned along the frame perimeter to reinforce torsional stability and optimize weight distribution.

Best Suited For

1. Rising Junior Competitors (Ages 9–11): Young players developing full-court tactical play and competitive stroke mechanics.
2. Green Ball (Stage 1) & Yellow Ball Players: Juniors transitioning from 25-inch frames to their final step before entering 27-inch full-length adult racquets.
3. All-Court Hitters: Developing juniors who play a versatile game, combining baseline rally consistency with aggressive net approaches.

Specifications

• Head Size: 100 sq. in. / 645 cm²
• Length: 26.0 in. / 66.0 cm.
• Unstrung Weight: 245 g / 8.6 oz.
• Strung Weight: ~260 g / 9.2 oz.
• Unstrung Balance: 325 mm / Head Light.
• Beam Width: 24 mm Constant Beam.
• Composition: Full Graphite (with Auxetic).
• String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 Crosses.
• Recommended Ball Stage: Stage 1 (Green) / Standard Yellow.
• Target Player Height: 140 cm – 152 cm (9–11 years).