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Head Boom Jr. Alternate 2026 Jr Tennis Racquet - Vibrant Purple
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Racket Specifications
Balance & Flex Profile
The HEAD BOOM Alternate Jr is a 26-inch junior tennis racket for ambitious juniors aged 9–11 years old who want easy power with a modern feel. Its tonal purple design is inspired by Coco Gauff’s favourite colour, and the racket is endorsed by Coco Gauff and Lorenzo Musetti.
Key Features
- Power for ages 9–11 – easy access to pace and depth for modern junior tennis.
- Hy-Bor technology – aerospace-inspired material for perceived stability and a solid impact feel.
- Auxetic 2.0 technology – real-time feedback and a more connected feel to the ball.
- Graphene Inside – reinforces the frame and optimises energy transfer.
- Junior-optimised construction – based on the adult BOOM MP and MP L models, scaled for up-and-coming players.
- Tonal purple design – progressive and eye-catching on court.
Performance Overview
The BOOM Alternate Jr gives easy depth, good stability and touch for developing competitive players. Junior-friendly power and adult-derived materials help young players play modern, attacking tennis with confidence.
Who Is It For?
- Junior players aged 9–11
- Developing competitive juniors
- Players moving towards full-size rackets
- Young players looking for power with touch
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | HEAD |
| Model | BOOM Alternate Jr 2026 |
| Product number | 232446 |
| Weight (unstrung) | 245 g / 8.6 oz |
| Head size | 645 cm² / 100 sq in |
| Length | 660 mm / 26 in |
| Balance | 320 mm / 0.4 in HL |
| String pattern | 16x19 |
| Beam | 24 mm |
| Recommended age | 9–11 years |
| Colour | Vibrant Purple |
Why Buy from Central Sports?
- ✅ 100% Genuine & Authorised HEAD Products
- 🎾 Half-price string upgrade
- 📦 Secure Packaging & Fast Processing
- 🤝 Reliable Customer Support
- 🆕 Access to Latest Releases & Collections
- ✍️ Free personalised autograph
Final Verdict
The HEAD BOOM Alternate Jr (232446) brings junior-friendly power, adult-derived materials and bold purple styling to young players who want to play attacking tennis.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | HEAD |
| Model | BOOM Alternate Jr 2026 |
| Product number | 232446 |
| Weight (unstrung) | 245 g / 8.6 oz |
| Head size | 645 cm² / 100 sq in |
| Length | 660 mm / 26 in |
| Balance | 320 mm / 0.4 in HL |
| String pattern | 16x19 |
| Beam | 24 mm |
| Recommended age | 9–11 years |
| Colour | Vibrant Purple |
| Head shape | Oval |
|---|---|
| Material | Graphite |
Frequently asked questions
It weighs 245 g / 8.6 oz.
Balance: 320 mm / 0.4 in HL.
Head size: 645 cm² / 100 sq in / string pattern: 16x19.
It suits junior players aged 9–11; developing competitive juniors; players moving towards full-size rackets; Young players looking for power with touch.
A half-price string upgrade is available – choose your string when you add this racket to your basket.
Yes – a free personalised autograph is available on this racket. Autographed rackets take 2–4 working days to process before dispatch.
Customised rackets cannot be returned – this includes rackets that have been restrung, re-gripped or autographed. Unstrung, unused rackets in their original packaging can be returned within 14 days of purchase. See our returns policy.