Black Crown
Piton Junior
Round314gLow BalanceControlBeginner
£44 RRP £61
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ShapeRound
Weight314g
BalanceLow
LevelBeginner
StyleControl
CoreEVA Medium
FaceFiberglass
FrameFiberglass
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Our Verdict
The Black Crown Piton Junior is a sensibly constructed starter racket that does exactly what it sets out to do: put a lightweight, forgiving, easy-handling tool in the hands of a young player so they can focus on learning the game rather than fighting the equipment. The round shape delivers a generous sweet spot, the fiberglass faces absorb impact kindly, and the medium-density EVA core keeps ball contact comfortable without being completely dead. At 314g with a perforated face to reduce swingweight further, this is one of the more genuinely junior-appropriate options available — not just a scaled-down adult racket. For a boy aged roughly 8–13 who is discovering padel and wants something reliable and comfortable to grow with, this is a sound first racket.
Pros
- Young players will find the racket easy to manoeuvre through the swing, which matters enormously when technique is still developing — the 314g weight sits noticeably below the adult norm and reduces arm fatigue over longer sessions.
- Contact feels cushioned and forgiving thanks to the full fiberglass face and medium-density EVA core working together, giving a degree of dwell time on the ball that helps beginners direct their shots with more confidence.
- The perforated face keeps the swingweight low and consistent with the round shape's wide sweet spot, meaning mishits still travel cleanly rather than flying unpredictably — a real confidence-builder for younger players.
Cons
- Any junior who has progressed past the earliest learning stages and is beginning to look for more pace or spin will quickly find this racket's soft fiberglass construction and low-power EVA core limiting.
In Depth
The Face
Fiberglass
Fibreglass face — the most flexible surface material in padel. Absorbs pace on contact and returns it with a natural flex effect, particularly effective on softer touch shots.
The Core
EVA Medium
EVA core — a medium-density rubber that balances feel with energy return. Firmer than EVA Soft, giving a more direct response on hard contact and better power transfer.
Shape & Balance
Round · Low Balance
The most forgiving combination available. Maximum sweet spot coverage, fast handling, and easy manoeuvrability. Designed for players who want to keep the ball in play consistently.
Who Buys This
Beginner · Control players
Players taking their first steps in padel, or returning after a long break. This racket prioritises forgiveness and ease of use — it won’t punish mishits harshly and doesn’t demand precise technique.
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