Best Tennis Racquets for High School Players
We've got suggestions for high schoolers looking for a new racquet this season. Here's a list of user-friendly racquets, both splurges and deals. (Updated November 2020)
Babolat
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Babolat Boost Aero |
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Head size: 100 square inches |
Head size: 102 square inches |
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String pattern: 16x19 |
String pattern: 16x19 |
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Strung weight: 10.7 ounces / |
Strung weight: 9.8 ounces / |
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Bottom line: The lightest and fastest member of the family, this Pure Strike Team is ideal for the intermediate player who wants controllable power, easy access to spin and great feel. |
Bottom line: This racquet should work well for juniors ready to take the leap into their first adult size racquet. With its open string pattern, the Boost Aero will make it easier for you to hit with spin. |
Wilson
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Wilson Burn 100ULS v4 |
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Head size: 100 square inches |
Head size: 100 square inches |
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String pattern: 16x19 |
String pattern: 18x16 |
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Strung weight: 9.9 ounces / |
Strung weight: 9.7 ounces / |
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Bottom line: Shot placement comes easily, and the light weight makes it possible for you to hit shots on the run or swing faster when more power is needed from this Clash 100UL. |
Bottom line: This Burn 100ULS v4 is perfectly weighted for rising high school players. The 18x16 Spin Effect string pattern makes creating spin a breeze. |
Head
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Head Graphene XT Radical S |
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Head size: 104 square inches |
Head size: 102 square inches |
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String pattern: 16x20 |
String pattern: 16x19 |
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Strung weight: 10.6 ounces / |
Strung weight: 10.4 ounces / |
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Bottom line: With its 104-square-inch head size, this Gravity S powerful and forgiving, but it still possesses impressive control. It also packs a comfortable response, giving it a more arm-friendly feel than many of its competitors. |
Bottom line: This Radical S has a larger head size and easier to use nature than the heavier Radical models, but it retains some of the control the racquet line is known for. This racquet also comes with strings installed, making it a great value. |
Prince
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Prince Textreme Warrior 100T |
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Head size: 100 square inches |
Head size: 100 square inches |
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String pattern: 16x18 |
String pattern: 16x18 |
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Strung weight: 9.8 ounces / |
Strung weight: 10.3 ounces / |
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Bottom line: This Textreme Tour 100L delivers spin and controllable power. In addition to a thick, more powerful beam, the 100L has plenty of weight in the head, giving it impressive stability for a light racquet. |
Bottom line: The Warrior 100T offers a good blend of power and control, with plenty of acess to spin. This all-around racquet is a good fit for fast-swinging players looking to improve their games. |
