Why do junior tennis balls have different colors?

There is often a curiosity about the colors present in junior tennis balls, in today's blog we explain everything you need to know about each of them.

Children are constantly growing, needing greater adaptation when it comes to the balls they play with. There are then 4 stages, namely the foam ball, the red ball, the orange ball and the green ball, then progressing to the adult balls.

Foam Ball

 

 

Designed to help little ones with their first tennis steps, they feature a soft foam composition for superior playability. Ideal for learning the fundamentals of tennis such as serves, volleys and other important movements due to its large dimensions, helping to progress to the next level. For children who play 19 to 23 inch rackets.

Red Ball

 

 

Designed to help juniors want to start or develop their game, these balls have a lower pressure that provides slower balls with greater playability, with a 75% decrease in bounce compared to normal tennis balls, giving the opportunity for the player to improve his strokes and focus on the evolution of movements and the game. For children who play 19 to 23 inch rackets.

Orange Ball

 

 

Recommended for players between 9 and 10 years old who play with 25 inch rackets. Easier to play than a regular tennis ball, as it is slower and bounces less, it maximizes the learning and growth capacity of younger tennis players.

Green Ball

 

 

Soft tennis ball with 25% less rebound than normal balls, ideal for practice and learning for children over 11 years old who begin the transition from half court to full court. Suitable for any type of playing surface, they are made from high-quality felt. For young people who play with a 26-inch racket.

The age/color values are recommended by the ITF, but they can be changed based on the country and weather.

 

At Racket City we have a wide variety of balls available so you can have the perfect ball at the perfect time.