{"product_id":"readers-windball-ctb114m-orange-mens","title":"Readers Windball Training Cricket Ball - Orange (CTB114M)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eReaders Windball (CTB114M) in orange\u003c\/strong\u003e is a senior-size soft training cricket ball built for coaching, skill development and safe practice. It matches the size and feel of a standard cricket ball without the hardness, which makes it the default choice for foundation coaching, indoor sessions, school PE and confidence-building work in the nets, garden or park.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft moulded construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cricket-ball weight and dimensions without the hard leather, so players can practise without fear of injury.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-visibility orange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to pick up against sightscreens, sports hall floors and winter skies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSenior size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sized and weighted for adult and older age-group players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard-wearing outer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stands up to repeated bowling, hitting and hard-surface contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor and outdoor use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equally at home in the sports hall, on the outfield or in the back garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReaders heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made by one of the longest-established names in English cricket ball manufacturing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Windball's value is in what it removes: the intimidation factor. Because it behaves like a cricket ball in the air and off the bat but will not hurt on impact, coaches can push players harder on catching, close fielding and short-pitched work without the flinch that a hard ball creates. It is a staple of the ECB foundation coaching pathway for exactly that reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also holds up well. The moulded construction resists splitting and scuffing far better than a cheap plastic ball, so a set of Windballs will comfortably see out a season of junior sessions and indoor winter nets before needing replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe, low-risk practice for juniors, beginners and returning players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds catching and fielding confidence without fear of injury.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for indoor winter nets and sports hall sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable enough for high-volume club and school coaching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright orange finish keeps sessions moving in poor light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReaders\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCTB114M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSenior \/ Mens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft moulded training ball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoaching, nets, indoor and garden practice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSport\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCricket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Central Sports?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ 100% Genuine \u0026amp; Authorised Products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏏 Trusted Cricket \u0026amp; Team Sports Specialist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📦 Secure Packaging \u0026amp; Fast Processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🤝 Reliable Customer Support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🆕 Access to Latest Releases \u0026amp; Collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFinal Verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery coach needs a bag of Windballs. The Readers CTB114M is the senior standard — safe, visible, durable and priced so you can buy them by the dozen. Ideal for clubs, schools and parents starting a young player off on the right foot. Order from Central Sports UK today. 🏏\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54396871541121,"sku":"761395.0199.0130","price":3.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/7761\/7916\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-05-25T102024.604_906f7026-aba3-4177-a36d-b51f7603309b.png?v=1787430131","url":"https:\/\/centralsports.co.uk\/products\/readers-windball-ctb114m-orange-mens","provider":"Central Sports UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}