Striking a perfect balance between power and weight, the Prism Pro 2.0 Cricket Bat features a Mid-High Profile to enhance reaction speed without sacrificing energy output, making it ideal for the short format specialist.

Features :

• Pro 2.0 Grade Unbleached English Willow
• Mid-High Profile
  
• Tapered Square Toe Profile
• Standard Face Profile
• Oval Handle
• Prism Bat Grip
• Toe Guard
  
• Free Full Length Bat Cover

• Brand: Kookaburra
• Product: Kookaburra Prism Pro 2.0 Senior Cricket Bat 25/26
• SKU: 2A15513C

Premium cricket bat designed for professional performance.

A cricket bat is either made from English Willow (Salix Ceraelea), Kashmir Willow or Alternative Willow which in its natural state are soft fibrous reeds. As such it requires preparation before it can be used to strike a cricket ball.

All bats are pressed during production, this pressing gives a degree of conditioning and also enhances the ‘drive’ (or power) of the bat.  

‘Knocking in’ is additionally required and a very important part of the bats preparation (minimum 6 hours recommended), during which new bats are repeatedly struck using either a wooden mallet or an old ball to enhance durability and promote ‘drive’.

Continue to look after your bat throughout its life by keeping care of it in a bat cover and safely in your cricket bag when not being used.

During the life span of a cricket, all bats will crack given that a natural piece of wood is struck repeatedly by a fast moving object.  It may be worth considering to either use fibreglass tape on the edges of the bat.

BAT PREPARATION

Cricket bats are made of natural willow and like all natural materials it is to be expected that the condition of the bat over time will deteriorate during its usage.

Irrespective of brand or finish of a bat, superficial face and edge marks will almost certainly appear, together with indentations or bruising of the natural willow. This happens especially when 'poly type' coverings have been used, when the covering (a man-made material) does not react in exactly the same manner as willow (a natural fibre). In these circumstances there is no need to worry or be concerned as the durability and performance of the bat will be unaffected.

 BAT PREPARATION

Step 1: Oiling Your Bat (uncovered bats)
All natural faced bats MUST be treated using raw linseed or a specialist cricket bat oil.  The main purpose of oiling is to maintain moisture levels within the blade, and hence reduce the chances of cracking and splitting. However, you should be wary of over oiling your bat as this can be as damaging as applying too little oil!

Light coats should be applied to the face, edge, toe and back of the blade - taking care to avoid the stickers or logos and the splice area. Allow the bat to dry.

After 24 hours remove any oil that has not be absorbed. Using a very fine sand paper (+180) give the face of the bat a light sanding and then reapply a light coat of oil to the face only.

THREE STEPS TO BAT PREPARATION
Generally two or three coats should be sufficient. Each coat should be allowed to dry into the blade in a slightly elevated horizontal position from handle down before the next light coat is applied.

All bats are pressed, however 'knocking in' is VITAL. This is the process by which the fibres of the willow in the face and edges are compressed together to form a barrier, which protects the bat against the impact of the ball. Effective 'knocking in' will significantly improve the performance and increase the lifespan of the bat.

Stage One
The 'knocking in' process should be undertaken carefully, using a special bat mallet or an old, quality cricket ball. The bat should be repeatedly struck (with gradually increasing force) in all areas where one would normally expect to hit the ball, this conditioning must be performed with patience. Particular attention should be given to the edges, although the edges or toe should not be struck directly at right-angles to the blade as this would be likely to cause damage.  This stage should take in the region of six hours, although it may vary as every bat is different.

Stage two
The next step is to graduate to the use of the bat to hit short catches with an old, quality cricket ball. However, if the seam marks the blade, it is necessary to return to 'Stage one'  for a further conditioning. This stage should be performed for at least another hour.

Step 3: Playing In
Once these steps have been taken, the bat should be ready for use in the nets against an old soft cricket ball. Ideally play in a defensive manner and avoid genuine fast bowling. If the seam of the ball marks the face of the bat resume the ‘knocking in’ process.

TOP TIP
Apply a  facing, Anti-scuff or similar cover to the bat for ultimate protection.  This does not negate the requirement to 'knock in' the bat. The cover may assist the durability of the bat, but under no circumstances will it totally prevent surface damage.

YOU SHOULD NEVER:
1.  Never over oil your cricket bat.
2. Do not stand the bat in oil.
3. Do not stand the bat in a vertical position after oiling.
4. Do not hit the edges at right angles.
5. Do not hit the back of the bat.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD A BAT BE USED IN MATCH CONDITIONS UNLESS THE RECOMMENDED STEPS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED, INCLUDING AT LEAST 6 HOURS KNOCKING IN.

STAG SPORTS  WARRANTY 

At Stag Sports we want our customers to be completely satisfied with their purchase.

We therefore recommend that you read our Warranty and Returns Policy prior to making a purchase from Stag Sports, so you are familiar with this policy and your rights under the Australian Consumer Law (“ACL”).

We also recommend you immediately inspect any products that we deliver to you or that you collect from our store, to ensure you are completely satisfied with the products, including that the products are of acceptable quality, and match the description we have provided to you.

CONSUMER GUARANTEES

As a customer, you are entitled to the benefit of legal consumer guarantees in relation to products or services purchased from Stag Sports. If you believe a product or service is faulty, not of acceptable quality, does not match the description provided or is not fit for purpose, you may be entitled to a remedy under the Australian Consumer Law (“ACL”). However, these consumer guarantees do not apply where the product was damaged due to abnormal use, misuse or neglect.

If you believe you have purchased a faulty product, you must provide proof of purchase to receive a refund, replacement product or repair. Proof of purchase may be your original register receipt, credit card / bank statement or another acceptable form of proof of purchase.

Where you believe a product is faulty, it may be necessary for us to send the item to the manufacturer or their service agent for it to be assessed. In accordance with the ACL, if the failure is minor, we may repair the product (or, at our discretion, we may replace the item or provide refund) within a reasonable time.

If the product or service has a major failure, you are entitled to a replacement or refund. These consumer guarantees may be impacted by the type, age and nature of the item.

Stag Sports will assess the faulty product to determine the nature and cause of the fault. Stag Sports reserves the right to decline an exchange, refund or repair where any product fault is caused by misuse or neglect.

Items posted are at the customer’s cost and risk, and Stag Sports shall not refund customers for any products that it does not receive, or that it receives which are broken or damaged.

KEY THINGS TO REMEMBER - CRICKET BATS

Cricket bats are made from natural willow and is used to hit hard leather ball repetitively. With the usage of the bat, general wear and tear and appearance of small cracks is  quite normal but they do not essentially impact bat performance. More than anything it is merely an indication of either improper use or insufficient bat preparation which is why it is critical to prepare your bat properly prior to use.

The actual lifespan of your bat actually depends on the amount of its use, and how well it is cared for and maintained.  Therefore, we strongly recommend to use added protection such as Extractec & Toe Protection to improve longevity of your bat.

Paying higher price for a bat doesn’t necessarily mean you will get longer lifespan. Generally, more expensive the bat is more lighter and softer it is which means although they will outperform cheaper bats, they may not last as long.

WARRANTY COVER

1. Stag Sports warrants that its products shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for the period as outlined in the table below.

2. In order to determine whether a Product is considered to be defective, Stag Sports will always assess your claim in accordance with this Warranty policy and the ACL.
3. All other products not listed and any products outside of the abovementioned warranty period, will be managed by Stag Sports on a goodwill basis.

EXCLUSIONS OF WARRANTIES AND LIABILITY

1. Except for the Warranty provided by Stag Sports and any warranties or guarantees imposed by the law, Stag Sports gives no other warranties in relation to the product or services.
2. Where applicable, Stag Sports will not be responsible for damage to the product or its failure to function due to any of the following:
   1. Lack of, or improper maintenance such as lack of bat preparation
   2. Water, moisture or heat damage howsoever caused
   3. Abnormal, misuse or excessive use such as using cricket bat against bowling machine or of non-leather or composite balls including but not limited to bowling machine balls, hard and cheap balls
   4. Over oiling or inadequate bat preparation
   5. Yorker damage to the bat toe
   6. Normal wear and tear, surface scratches, dents, chips, marks, accidental breakages, scuff marks, worn out leather
3. To avoid any doubt, this warranty does not apply to:
   1. Any change in appearance, to the extent that such change does not result in impairment of the performance of the product;
   2. Any alterations or modifications made to the products including but not limited to an original sticker or label being changed, tampered with or removed.
   3. Any repairs performed by anyone else not authorised by Stag Sports.
4. For both Change of Mind or Warranty claims, Stag Sports cannot be held liable for any products that it does not receive, or that it receives which are broken or damaged.

CLAIMING UNDER WARRANTY

1. The Customer is responsible for the expense of making a claim under this Warranty including but not limited to packaging and shipping.
2. Except as required by law all implied conditions and warranties are hereby excluded subject to those conditions and warranties necessarily implied under the law. The Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy for any damage whether direct, indirect, special, consequential or contingent shall, at Stag Sports option be limited to the following:
   1. In the case of products:
      1. the replacement of products or supply of equivalent products;
      2. the repair of products; or

• the payment of the cost of replacing or repairing equivalent products.

1. In the case of services:
   1. The supply of services again; or
   2. The payment of the cost of having the services supplied again.
2. Customer will need to provide by post, telephone or email a description of the defect or damage.

Contact no:    0435 819 176

 Email:              admin@stagsports.com.au

4. Depending on the nature of the claim, Stag Sports will assess the validity of the Warranty claim but we may also need to send the item to the manufacturer for their assessment. We will endeavour to advise you of the outcome of your claim within a reasonable timeframe but in case of any delay due to unforeseen circumstances we will keep you informed.
5. If your claim is successful, we will provide an appropriate remedy which may include a repair, replacement, refund or having the service performed again.
6. Any replacement product provided as part of the Warranty claim covers the remainder of the warranty period only and by no means extend or restart the warranty period.

Domestic Shipping Policy

Postage cost will vary by the total order amount, weight, and selected method of delivery. Stag sports provide service by Australia post Couriers for all the domestic postage. Australia Post for the international deliveries.  

 Standard Domestic and New Zealand Postage 

For cost effective and comfortable shopping experience we have kept a standard shipping policy for customer in Australia and NewZealand. Our shipping cost structure set out below:

Standard deliveries will be delivered within 5 working days for Eastern states and 7-10 working days for regional cities and western states. The actual shipping time may vary by a couple of days depending on service provided by the courier companies. 

Consumer Guarantees

 Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and failure does not amount to a major failure. If the failure is minor, we reserve our right to offer to repair only instead of a refund.

 Under the consumer guarantees, you are not entitled to a repair, replacement or refund if:

• you simply changed your mind, found the product cheaper somewhere else, or decided you didn't like the purchase or had no use for it. However, please check ‘Change of mind returns’ section below to see if it applies to you.

• the problem with the product was caused by improper, misuse or neglect.

• you knew of or were made aware of the problem with the product before you purchased it (but you may be entitled to a repair, replacement or refund for a different problem with the product that wasn’t made clear to you before you decided to purchase).

• you asked for a service to be done in a particular way against the advice of Stag Sports.

Faulty product returns

• At Stag Sports, we aim to provide you with products of the highest standard and quality. If you have received a product with a defect, please contact us no later than 48 hours so we can guide you through the returns process and help resolve the problem as swiftly as possible. 
• To assist the return process, you may be required to send us images of the damage, defect or fault for preliminary assessment. You may be asked to provide further information to support your claim to assist us with our assessment of the goods.
• If the product is confirmed to have a defect, we will replace or repair the product (if repair is reasonably possible) or refund the price of the product to your original payment method, as appropriate. 
• If the product is confirmed to have a major defect, you are entitled to elect whether you want us to replace or repair (if repair is reasonably possible) the product or refund the price of the product to your original payment method.
• If the product is found not to have a defect, deemed out of warranty, or you otherwise do not have a remedy for a failure to comply with the consumer guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law, we will contact you to determine whether you want us to dispose of the product or return the product to you at your cost.
• It does not constitute as a defect if in our reasonable opinion a product has become of unacceptable quality following the sale to you due to fair wear and tear, misuse, failure to use in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions, using it in an abnormal way or failure to take reasonable care.

Change of mind returns

We strongly recommend you check relevant size guides prior to making your purchase to avoid any disappointment by ordering incorrect sizes and having to pay any additional costs for returns or exchanges.

• At Stag Sports, you have 30 days to return your item (some exclusions apply) for a store credit or exchange (subject to availability) if it is returned in a saleable condition with original proof of purchase and other applicable conditions are met.
• For any item to be considered in a saleable condition, it must be:
  • in its original packaging, including any instruction manuals and all accessories; and
  • unworn, unused, unassembled, in its original condition and in case of clothing, with the original ticketing and hygiene sticker (where applicable); and
  • intact and in its original plastic wrapping securing the product closed.
• All applicable shipping costs are non-refundable.
• If selected exchange item differs in value than the original item, you may either need to pay extra amount in case it costs more than the original item or receive store credit if it is cheaper than the original item less any shipping costs.
• All gift cards, vouchers or bonus items attached to the purchased products, or all elements of any bundled items, must also be returned with the original purchase. If not, the value of any such unreturned gift card, voucher, bonus or bundled item or utilised portion of any gift card or voucher will be deducted from any store credit.

Please note we will not be able to process any store credits or ship out the new item, until the original item has been received and assessed as acceptable for return by Stag Sports.

Stag Sports cannot be held liable for any products that it does not receive, or that it receives which are broken or damaged during handling or transportation of the product sent back by the customer.

Exclusions from change of mind returns

We recommend you choose carefully as we do not offer returns for change of mind on the below exclusions, unless they are subject to Australian Consumer Law and any other applicable law.

• Any items returned after 30 days of original purchase.
• Goods not returned in their original and saleable condition, are damaged, or missing parts.
• Any item purchased were either on sale or clearance.
• All shipping costs related to the original as well as return or exchange items, including any attempted delivery, or any other reason for that matter are excluded.
• Due to hygiene standards, clothing items such as compressions, socks, abdominal guards and abdominal briefs are excluded.
• Any custom made orders including clothing or newly purchased cricket bats once they are prepared either by knocking in or undergoing match ready and/or engraving service.
• For all purchases made through Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) facilities, any applicable merchant fee is non-refundable.
• Gift vouchers are not refundable and redeemable for cash.
• At our sole discretion, on rare occasions applicable card transaction fees may not be refunded.