American football balls in all sizes - find your perfect ball with us
Are you looking for a new American football ball? Then you've come to the right place! In our shop, you'll find a wide selection of different balls for all leagues and age groups.
In American football, there are different ball sizes that are used depending on the age group and level of play.
- Senior Ball (Official Size): The Senior ball, also known as size 9, is the official ball for players aged 14 and older. It weighs around 400–410 g and has a diameter of 16.5 cm. This size is used in professional leagues like the NFL and in college football.
- Youth Ball (Size 8): The Youth ball is suitable for players aged 12 to 14. Weighing 340–350 g and with a diameter of 15.5 cm, it is slightly smaller and lighter than the Senior ball and is commonly used in high school football.
- Junior Ball (Size 7): The Junior ball is designed for players aged 9 to 12. It weighs around 320–330 g and has a diameter of 15 cm, making it ideal for young players starting in the sport.
- PeeWee Ball (Size 6): The PeeWee ball is for kids aged about 6 to 9 years old. It weighs 270–280 g and has a diameter of 13.5 cm, making it perfect for younger players just learning the sport.
- Mini Ball (Size 5): The Mini ball is the smallest available size and is suitable for children aged 0 to 6 years. It weighs about 180–190 g and has a diameter of 12.5 cm. This size helps the youngest players practice handling the football early.
These adjustments allow players of all ages to handle the ball well and learn the sport in an age-appropriate manner.
But it's not just the size that matters, the weight and hardness of the ball vary as well.
There are balls designed for outdoor use and others for indoor use.
- Outdoor use: These balls are typically heavier and more durable to withstand weather conditions.
- Indoor use: These balls are lighter and softer to improve handling and control.
There are also different leagues that use different balls. For example, the NFL uses the Wilson TDS Official NFL Game Football, while the NCAA uses the "Wilson NCAA The Duke".
But no matter which league or size you choose, one thing is certain: in our shop, you'll find the perfect ball to meet your needs!
