Types of Basketballs
Whether for training, warming up or competition, whether you're a beginner or expert, indoor basketball or outdoor basketball, there is definitely the perfect basketball for you at Basket-Center. Spalding, Wilson, Molten, Nike, adidas, or Peak, all you have to do is choose from our selection of basketball brands.
Basketballs
Mainly orange in colour, the basketball is most often made of leather, rubber or synthetic materials.
What size basketball should I choose?
The size of the basketball varies depending on whether you are a man, a woman, or a child. For men, a size 7 is used.
For women, a size 6 is recommended, and for children under 12 years old, a ball of size 3 to 5 is advised.
It is important to understand that the higher the size, the larger the circumference and weight. Therefore, until they are 12 years old, you need to properly adjust to your child's needs.
The different sizes of a basketball are:
Size 1: from 3 years old
Size 3: from 4 to 6 years old
Size 5: from 7 to 12 years old
Size 6: for Juniors from 12 years old and women
Size 7: for men.
Choosing an indoor or outdoor ball? What’s the difference?
There are two types of balls to suit different surfaces for playing basketball. These are either “indoor” or “outdoor”, and these different labels, often printed on the ball, indicate whether the ball is designed for gym or outdoor use.
The difference between an indoor and an outdoor ball is the covering, which is typically rubber for outdoor and leather for indoor, offering a better feel of the ball.
However, leather is less durable and grippy than rubber. Nevertheless, there are also hybrid leather balls that are much more durable, allowing for both indoor and outdoor basketball play!
