{"product_id":"diadem-hero-8mm-pickleball-paddle","title":"Diadem Hero 8mm – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Diadem Hero is a wide-face Diadem Hero 8mm pickleball paddle built for players who are just starting out. Its large sweet spot makes it easier to make solid contact with the ball, and its glass fiber face and 8mm honeycomb PP core keep the setup simple and forgiving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide face – a larger sweet spot for easier contact while you learn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight build – 7.6 oz (about 7.6 oz (215 g)) for easy swinging over a long match\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass fiber face – a durable surface that holds up during regular practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8mm honeycomb PP core – solid pop on each shot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick edge guard – helps protect the paddle from bumps during practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 oz (about 7.6 oz (215 g))\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.6 in (15.6 in (39.62 cm))\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.8 in (7.8 in (19.81 cm))\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.56 in (0.56 in (1.42 cm))\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBalance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.9 in (225 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm PP honeycomb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFace Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 in (5 in (12.7 cm))\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Circumference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 in (4 in (10.16 cm))\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis paddle suits beginners and recreational players who want an easy, controlled feel. It is USA Pickleball approved, so it is also allowed for sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Diadem Hero suitable for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Its wide face and light weight give you a larger sweet spot and an easy swing, which helps when you are building your technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Diadem Hero USA Pickleball approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The paddle is USA Pickleball approved, so you can use it in sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/diadem-paddles\"\u003eDiadem Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddles\"\u003ePaddles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diadem","offers":[{"title":"8 mm \/ Blue","offer_id":67829073936617,"sku":"PAD-DIA-00887-01","price":90.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 mm \/ White","offer_id":67829073969385,"sku":"PAD-DIA-00887-02","price":90.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 mm \/ Teal","offer_id":67829074002153,"sku":"PAD-DIA-00887-03","price":90.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 mm \/ Orange","offer_id":67829074034921,"sku":"PAD-DIA-00887-04","price":90.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 mm \/ Yellow","offer_id":67829074067689,"sku":"PAD-DIA-00887-05","price":90.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/m_u1.png?v=1793547696","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/diadem-hero-8mm-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}