Detailed description
Rotomoulded PVC. Hollow. Smooth surface. Basic ball. Moderate hardness.
Weight and diameter
Weight: 150 g; Diameter: 70 mm
Standard FIH weight and diameter
According to the FIH rules, field hockey balls must have a diameter between 71.3 and 74.8 mm and a weight between 156 g and 163 g. For kids who are just starting hockey, you can get "mini" balls which are standard-sized but lighter. There are also "street" balls, which are smaller and lighter and designed for playing in the garden/road/etc.
What's on the inside of your hockey ball?
A hockey ball is made of solid or hollow plastic. Elite level balls have a cork or rubber core. Depending on the composition of the plastic and the core, a ball will have a different feeling of hardness and different levels of bounce. The surface of the ball is either smooth or dimpled.
Which ball for which pitch?
A smooth ball is suited to sand-based pitches. A dimpled ball is suited to wet turf because it will provide better traction on the surface and stick in a damp.
Training or match ball?
Compared with training balls, match balls have better feel, trajectory and speed.
Designer
Founded in 1891 by Allah Dita in Pakistan, just as the sport was emerging, Dita has pioneered numerous innovations that have shaped the modern game. Drawing on its unrivalled expertise, Dita designs products that enable a creative, successful game. Just check out Seve van Ass, Florent van Aubel and Martin Hâner to see what we're talking about!
Information
The information here was provided by the manufacturer or observed by our teams from samples received from the manufacturer.
