Picking volleyballs to buy can be confusing! I get asked a ton of questions often about the best equipment to use for volleyball practice when we first start learning. Lucky for you, I have tried a ton of different equipment and I have learned a lot about the different types of brands and gear. In this post, let’s review some of the best equipment for beginners starting with volleyball!
What Is The Difference Between Volleyballs?
Before we begin with the volleyball shop-a-thon, we must first take a look at the subtle difference between the types of volleyballs that are out there. To the non-volleyball player eye, all volleyballs may look the same. However, there are small texture and size differences that indicate usage. For example, there are beach, grass, child, official, and professional grade volleyballs. This is why it’s important to read the packaging of a volleyball before you purchase to make sure you get the right one!
The Best Official Volleyball For Beginners
The one thing that I love about this volleyball is that it is so soft, and lasts so long! Need I remind you that this volleyball is for INDOOR usage only. You may come across this volleyball at your school practice, games, and the like. This is a fan favorite amongst club volleyball teams so it’s great to practice on something that you may see again.
The Best Outdoor Volleyball
I love this volleyball because the leather is so very durable and it can help prevent the wear and tear of outdoor play. The number # 1 mistake I see new players make is taking their indoor volleyball outside! Upgrade your game by getting a ball that is prepared for the cement and grass.
The Best Volleyball For Young Players
This is something that people often forget! The official volleyball weight could be too large for our younger players. We want to make sure to give them awesome volleyball experiences, but giving them those experiences with the appropriate equipment. These volleyballs are made for players under 12!
I hope that this post makes it easier for you to decide on which volleyball you want to add to your collection! Hopefully this post was informative and helps the decisions a little bit easier.
Happy Playing,
Coach KoKo