GM Diamond Batting Legguards Junior

GM Diamond Batting Legguards Junior

The GM Diamond Batting Legguards Junior are designed for young cricketers who need a dependable combination of protection, comfort and freedom of movement at the crease. Part of Gunn & Moore's popular Diamond collection, these junior cricket batting pads feature the distinctive BS55 Diamond styling associated with England star Ben Stokes.

Designed particularly with developing and entry-level players in mind, the GM Diamond Junior pads combine a durable PVC leather facing with a high-density foam and reverse cane construction. This provides important protection across the shin while keeping the overall design manageable for younger players.

Comfort is equally important in junior cricket equipment. GM uses low-density foam through the vertical bolster, along with a one-piece low-density interior bolster, helping create a cushioned fit around the leg. A carefully constructed knee locator helps keep the knee correctly positioned within the protected area of the pad.

Available in right-handed and left-handed versions, these are a practical choice for junior club cricket, school cricket, training and match play.

Key Features

• Designed for junior cricketers – A protective batting pad developed for younger and developing players.
• PVC leather facing – Durable, easy to maintain and designed to cope with regular training and match use.
• High-density foam and reverse cane construction – Provides dependable impact protection across the front of the leg.
• Low-density foam vertical bolster – Adds cushioning and comfort without unnecessary bulk.
• One-piece interior bolster – Provides an additional protective layer along the side of the leg.
• Dual-layer knee protection – Foam and fibre protection is combined with a foam and cotton knee locator.
• Stitched-in top hat – Adds protection around the upper section of the pad.
• Secure three-strap fitting – Two 2-inch straps and one 1-inch strap help keep the legguards securely positioned.
• Durable PVC instep – Designed to withstand regular wear around the foot and ankle.
• BS55 Diamond styling – Inspired by the GM Diamond equipment associated with Ben Stokes.
• Left and right-handed options – Allows players to select the correct configuration for their batting stance.

Protection Designed for Developing Cricketers

For a junior batting pad, finding the right balance between protection and mobility is particularly important. A pad that feels excessively bulky can make running between the wickets and moving into shots more difficult for younger players.

The GM Diamond Junior Batting Legguards use high-density foam combined with reverse cane construction to provide a protective structure across the front of the leg. This helps absorb impact from the cricket ball while maintaining a practical design for developing players.

Protection continues around the side of the leg through the vertical and interior bolsters. The stitched-in top hat extends coverage towards the upper leg, creating a well-rounded junior batting pad suitable for regular hard-ball cricket.

Knee Protection and Secure Fit

Correct knee positioning is an important part of how a cricket batting pad protects the player. The GM Diamond Junior Legguards feature a dual-layer foam and fibre knee protection system, supported by a foam and cotton knee locator.

The locator helps the player's knee sit within the intended protective area while batting, running or moving around the crease.

GM also uses a traditional three-strap arrangement, consisting of two 2-inch straps and one 1-inch strap. The straps can be adjusted individually to create a secure fit around the leg and help reduce unwanted movement during play.

Comfort for Training and Match Play

Young players can spend considerable time wearing their batting equipment during practice sessions and matches, so comfort matters.

Low-density foam is used within the vertical bolster to provide cushioning against the leg, while the one-piece interior bolster combines additional protection with a comfortable fit. The PVC instep provides a durable base around an area of the pad that regularly experiences wear.

This combination makes the GM Diamond Junior Cricket Pads suitable for players who need protective equipment they can comfortably use throughout regular training and competitive cricket.

GM Diamond Junior Batting Legguards Specifications

Who Are the GM Diamond Junior Batting Pads Best For?

The GM Diamond Batting Legguards Junior are particularly well suited to young cricketers progressing into regular hard-ball cricket. They provide the protective features needed for junior cricket while avoiding an unnecessarily complicated or excessively bulky construction.

• Junior club cricketers
• School cricket players
• Players starting hard-ball cricket
• Developing junior batsmen
• Regular cricket coaching and net sessions
• Junior match play

VKS Review

At VKS, we think the GM Diamond Batting Legguards Junior offer a very good balance for a young player who needs proper cricket protection without moving into a heavier premium-level batting pad.

The high-density foam and reverse cane construction provides reassuring protection, while the low-density foam bolsters make the pads comfortable enough for regular training and matches. We particularly like the structured knee protection and adjustable three-strap fitting, as correct pad positioning is especially important for junior players.

The Diamond styling is another attraction for young cricketers who want equipment inspired by the GM range associated with Ben Stokes.

For parents looking for dependable junior cricket batting pads for club, school or training use, the GM Diamond is a strong all-round choice.

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