Basketball ball sizes

To play a game of basketball, it is logical and essential to have a ball to play this sport. Today there are many types of balls, materials, sizes… Below is all the information needed to know how to choose the size of a basketball, step by step:

 

 

We find that the ball materials can be one of two options: 

• High-quality leather, such as cowhide.

 

• Synthetic material such as rubber.

 

Don't know how to choose the right ball for you?

 

First of all, we must consider the playing venue:

 

• Indoor court play: It is recommended to choose the natural leather option or a high-quality synthetic one.

 

• Outdoor court play: The best option for these courts is a synthetic ball.

 

Once we know what type of court we will use the ball on, we need to know the dimensions that a basketball can have:

 

According to the regulations, the ball must measure between 68-73 cm in circumference and 23-24 cm in diameter. The weight of basketballs must range between 567-650 grams.

 

Having seen the ball dimensions above, let's move on to the sizes of a basketball:

There are several sizes; below are the most common sizes:

 

• Size 6: Universal ball size, especially for players aged 12 and up.

 

• Size 7: Universal ball size in the women's category. 

 

We have previously seen the most common sizes; now are shown all the types of sizes depending on the use you are going to give it:

 

• Size 1: It is a small ball that we can have fun with in our room, ideal for the youngest in the house.

 

• Size 3: Designed for children under 8 years old, similar to size 1. It is a ball size created to be a child's first ball.

 

• Size 5: Usually used to play mini-basketball, U-10 and U-12 categories, male and female.

 

• Size 6: Ideal for children aged 12-14.

 

• Size 7: Universal basketball size for players aged 12 and up.