25 inch junior tennis racquets — designed for kids aged 8-10 in the Hot Shots Green stage. Sturdy Racquets stocks 25" tennis racquets across every major brand including Wilson, Babolat, Tecnifibre, Dunlop and Yonex — bridging the gap between mini-court play and full-size competition.
What is a 25" junior tennis racquet?
25" tennis racquets weigh approximately 220–240g — heavier than 23" frames to deliver the stability needed for full-stroke development. They pair with the Hot Shots Green stage on Mini Green courts (full-size dimensions but with green-felt low-compression balls) using Stage 3 Green tennis balls. This is where junior players begin developing competitive technique.
Top 25" picks
Performance options include the Babolat Pure Drive Jr 25 (Blue and Lite Blue colourways) — the junior version of the world's most popular performance racquet, the Babolat Pure Aero Junior 25 spin frame, the Wilson Ultra 25 v5, the Tecnifibre TFight 25, and the Tempo Iga 25. Entry-level options include the Wilson Intrigue/Slam Jr 25, Babolat B'Fly 25, Comet 25, and Carlitos Jr 25.
When to upgrade
When your child outgrows 25", move up to 26" tennis racquets (ages 10-12) — the final junior step before adult-size frames. For developing junior competitors, see our performance junior tennis racquets range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is a 25" tennis racquet for?
Approximately ages 8-10. Some advanced 7-year-olds and smaller 11-year-olds may also use 25". Use height: roughly 130–145cm tall is a good rule of thumb for 25" suitability.
What's the difference between B'Fly and Pure Drive Jr at 25"?
The B'Fly is an entry-level frame designed for casual play and learning. The Pure Drive Jr is a performance junior — closer in feel and engineering to adult Pure Drive frames, designed for kids competing in junior tournaments.
What balls do we use with 25" racquets?
Stage 3 Green balls are the recommended pairing for Hot Shots Green stage on full-size courts. Junior tournaments at this age also use Stage 3 Green balls.
Are 25" racquets pre-strung?
Yes — all 25" junior tennis racquets ship pre-strung. Higher-end performance juniors (Pure Drive Jr, Pure Aero Jr) sometimes include a cover.
Should we buy entry-level or performance junior?
For casual play or kids just trying tennis, entry-level (B'Fly, Comet, Slam Jr) at $40–60 is the right call. For kids playing competitively, taking lessons, or progressing seriously, a performance junior (Pure Drive Jr, Pure Aero Jr, TFight 25) at $185–230 delivers meaningfully better engineering and helps technique development.
