Correctly inflated basketballs |
A properly inflated ball should
bounce to 4ft/1.2m (measured to the top of the ball) when dropped from
6ft/1.8m (measured to the bottom of the ball). Over-inflation increases
wear and makes scoring more difficult. When inflating a ball, always
use the correct sized needle which should be moistened before inserting
into the valve. |
| Portable systems |
All portable goals need ballast to allow them to be used safely. This can be provided by using concrete blocks, sandbags or dustbins filled with water or sand. Products which have a hollow heavy duty plastic base MUST be filled with either water or sand. Filling with sand gives greater ballast weight. If the plastic base is filled with water, care must be taken in cold climates to ensure that the water does not freeze and split the base. |
| Basketball Sizing |
| The 3 Quality Ratings for basketballs
are [1] Leather/Composite Leather which is the best quality. Normally used by clubs as match balls and is for indoor use only. [2] Synthetic Leather has the feel of leather but the durability necessary for both indoor and outdoor use and is a good game ball for schools. [3] Rubber for recreational/practice play indoor or outdoor. Hard wearing for streetball and schools. Size 7: Regulation adult game size. Size 6: Youth ball for players up to 16 years/ Women's game ball. Size 5: Under 12's Mini ball |
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