{"id":4240,"date":"2024-02-27T15:22:26","date_gmt":"2024-02-27T15:22:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thisisamericansoccer.com\/?p=4240"},"modified":"2023-01-10T18:13:29","modified_gmt":"2023-01-10T18:13:29","slug":"what-size-soccer-ball-is-best-by-age","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thisisamericansoccer.com\/what-size-soccer-ball-is-best-by-age\/","title":{"rendered":"What Size Soccer Ball Is Best By Age?"},"content":{"rendered":"
Soccer balls are super popular with all ages but did you know that they come in different sizes?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also known as footballs in many places around the world, soccer balls come in many different sizes, materials and colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether your kids play with a size 3 soccer ball or you want to play with a size 5 soccer ball for adults, choosing the right size is important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The correct ball size can make a difference to your play and your playing abilities. If you choose the wrong size, soccer won\u2019t be as much fun and you even run the risk of injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this article, we take a closer look at the official soccer ball<\/a> sizes and what size is right for which age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are a couple of good reasons why there are differences in ball sizes when playing soccer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The main reason why it\u2019s important to have different ball sizes for soccer is safety. There are 5 soccer ball sizes, and 4 of these sizes are for children under 12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you consider that younger players are smaller, then it\u2019s just natural that they also need a smaller ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If a 6-year-old is hit by a size 5 ball, then this can be a lot more painful than with a size 3 ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to safety, the different ball size also makes a difference in how kids control the ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With their smaller feet, a bigger ball size is just difficult to maneuver and manipulate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Additionally, a ball designed for adults is also heavier which makes it tricky for young players to control the ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They could even injure tendons and muscles with a soccer ball that\u2019s too heavy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n FIFA has created specific standards for soccer ball sizes. All in all, there are 5 different sizes for soccer balls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Soccer ball size 5 is the largest ball used by professional soccer players and adults. Soccer ball size 4 is suitable for children aged 8 years to 12 years old.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy Do You Need Different Soccer Ball Sizes?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Player Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Controlling The Ball<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Soccer Ball Sizes By Age<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n