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Richmond Located in the heart of West London and established since 1973, VKS have, over the years, created a formidable reputation for top class service and discount prices to all those that visit their store or order online. As one of the oldest cricket specialists in the country, VKS are one of the UK’s largest cricket bat and equipment stockists. Junior and senior players alike are greeted by a team of in store experts that offer advice on a host of cricket bats from all the leading brands with prices starting from less than £35 to over £800. Juniors are sized up and then shown a selection of suitable cricket bats, to help them develop and enjoy their game. A tribute to their customer service are the number of customers from the 70’s and 80’s who now, bring in not only their children but also their grandchildren. Since the start of the 2019 season, VKS have been the appointed kit suppliers to Richmond CC. As one of the largest cricket clubs in the south, supplying Richmond CC is a matter of great pride to the team at VKS. Via the online shop system as well as holding stocks in store, Richmond’s members have been able to purchase all their training and match clothing from stock and without having to wait for days for their clothing to arrive. By virtue of the VKS store in the heart of West London, members have also been able to come in, try on and buy all the range immediately, which is not the case with many clubs who opt for the online only option, much to the detriment of their members, who are unable to quickly go in and buy last minute clothing on the way to a match and furthermore are left guessing as to what size they will need, when ordering online. The focus for the team at VKS has always been providing in the highest levels of customer service and value for money. In stocking the latest cricket bats and equipment from all the leading brand names, at discount prices, VKS are the go to shop for cricket. The various services offered by VKS include bat preparation, refurbishing, servicing and rehandling. With quick turnaround times, coupled with the highest standards of workmanship, they are certainly a batsmen’s best friend. 45 years in the cricket business means their product knowledge and sourcing experience is second to none. Each customer is guided to every aspect of their purchase as each person has a different budget and naturally individual needs. What makes VKS different from other specialists is their multi-sport model. The tennis department boasts two full time in store re-stringers and a host of rackets from all the leading brands including Wilson, Babolat and Head. If its tennis rackets you are looking for, then they have a large range for toddlers to pro players. Whether it is a racket that gives you all out power, control or a mix of both, the team at VKS will be able to advise and guide you through the racket most suitable for your style of play. www.sportip.biz 63