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Wilson Intrigue Jr 23 — product photograph from the official manufacturer pageImage: Wilson (official regional store, wilson.com AU) (official product image)
Racketessential tierJunior length

Wilson Intrigue Jr 23

95 in² · 23 in · 185 g unstrung · 16x19

95 in² · 23 in · 185 g unstrung · 16x19

Who it is for

Juniors sized for a 23-inch frame — confirm with a coach or parent before moving up a length.

Why it works

A 23-inch length with a 95 in² head keeps the swing path repeatable while a young player builds technique.

Watch-outs

Junior length: once a player is physically ready for 27 inches, staying here costs reach, stability and plow-through.

Strengths

  • Easy to swing for a growing player
  • Correct length for the height band

Trade-offs

  • Limited stability against adult pace
  • Outgrown as the player grows

Compatible player profiles

  • Beginner players
  • Intermediate players
  • Juniors on manufacturer height guides for this length
  • Topspin-heavy baseliners
  • Transition and lighter adult players

Talk to a person too. Junior racket transitions, persistent pain and injury concerns should be discussed with a qualified coach, stringer or medical professional as appropriate. Demo before buying.