Select soccer balls

A select soccer balls will last a long time and will not lose its bouncing ability if used strictly for its intended purpose. Do not jump on it, do not hit it against a wall or metal and sharp surfaces.It is important to choose the right ball. You need to train on asphalt with a select soccer balls for hard surfaces, a ball for a gym or a lawn will not work.

At low temperatures, play only with a dry ball: on a wet one, an ice crust forms, causing the appearance of microcracks

How to clean

After each workout, the ball is cleaned of dirt and dust with a damp cloth. Wet projectile should be wiped with a dry cloth or napkin.

Wash the ball under moderate pressure with warm water so that it does not seep inside.

How to pump up

To inflate a select soccer balls, you will need a pump and spare needles. A manometer will help control the pressure in the chamber.

Before pumping up a new ball, it is worth giving it a couple of days so that it straightens out as much as possible. Just before inflating, shake the ball to center the camera inside.

Before inflating the ball, lubricate the nipple and needle with special silicone oil (you can use glycerin). Then the pressure will not drop prematurely, and the nipple will be protected from cracks, damage and drying out.

Before each game and training, check the pressure of the ball with a pressure gauge. The optimal pressure parameters are usually indicated by the manufacturer on the surface of the ball. Playing with a product in which the pressure is lower than recommended is extremely inconvenient: it bounces poorly and does not behave well when dribbling.

The standard pressure for a professional, match ball is 0.8-1.0 bar, for a training ball - 0.6-0.8, for an amateur - 0.4-0.6. The ball should not be under high pressure all the time as the seams will stretch out and wear out quickly, so deflate a bit after playing.

How to store

Outside of play and practice, keep the ball dry at room temperature and out of direct sunlight.

For long-term storage, also let the air out of the chamber by reducing the pressure.

EXPERT ADVICE

Little players start playing with special balls designed for their height and weight, adults will be too heavy and big for them

At 4-5 years old they play with a “troika”, at 6-11 years old they already play with a “four”. Then gradually move to the usual size for adults. This does not mean that your child plays badly or lags behind, he has a different impact force and speed, so it will be uncomfortable for him to play with a large ball and this will affect his technique.

Brands

Quite often we hear from buyers such a question: “Which manufacturer produces the best balls?”. Also, they often ask about the advisability of paying exorbitant prices for an elite brand ball. After reviewing the information below, you can independently answer the questions posed.

The concept of "best" in relation to select soccer ballss in general is extremely vague. We already know that some balls are better suited to certain surfaces, some are more aerodynamic, and others are more durable and wear resistant.

Among the variety of brands, two stand out. It's FTX. This manufacturer annually spend huge amounts of money on new developments and improvements to existing models.

Leather or synthetic, which top material is better?

When faced with the question “what is the ball made of?”, Ordinary people often mean the material from which its outer layer is made - a tire. The modern select soccer balls industry uses the following tire materials: polyurethane (PU) / thermopolyurethane (TPU), polypropylene (PP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), rubber and leather.

Conclusions:

Let's recall the main aspects that you should focus on when choosing a select soccer balls:

• The age of those who will play this ball. For children under 8 years old, we recommend the 3rd size, up to 12 - the 4th; from the age of 13, you can gradually switch to the adult "five".
• The weight of the select soccer balls must match the age of the player. Up to 4 years - 220 grams, from 4 to 8 years - 290 grams, from 8 to 12 years - 350 grams, from 12 years - standard 430 grams.
• When choosing a ball, be sure to focus on the coverage of the field on which most games or practices will take place.
• The top three select soccer balls manufacturers are Adidas, Nike, and Select.
• The prices of select soccer ballss directly characterize their quality. You can save by buying last season's model on sale.
• FIFA PRO QUALITY is top notch balls. FIFA QUALITY and IMS are semi-pro level balls. Balls without certification may be good, but this is not certain.
• Lawn balls are different from outdoor and parquet balls.
• Select soccer ballss are conditionally divided into Elite, Pro, Semi-Pro and amateur. The prices match the specifications.
• The most common and durable balls are made of polyurethane. Balls made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) are more delicate. Leather balls are retro.
• Each model of a select soccer balls has its own pressure. It is indicated on the ball itself and is controlled by a device - a manometer.
• Most balls are made in Pakistan and China. But big brands are responsible for quality regardless of the country of origin.
• Match Ball Replica is a branded ball, just cheapened in relation to OMB. Don't confuse Match Ball Replicas with replicas.

Guided by the recommendations outlined in this article, you will surely be able to choose an excellent ball that you will be pleased and comfortable to play. We wish you to send it to the gates of your opponents as many times as possible!