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Spalding NBA Rookie Gear® Composite Basketball

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,717 ratings
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Youth Size 5, 27.5"
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Brand Spalding
Material Composite
Color Multi
Age Range (Description) Youth
Item Weight 1.3 Pounds

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  • Youth: Size 5, 27.5"
  • Performance composite cover
  • 15% lighter to help develop technique
  • Shipped inflated and game-ready
  • Designed for indoor and outdoor play

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Help your young athlete sharpen up their skills. The Spalding NBA Rookie Gear Multi Color Youth Basketball is the same size as standard youth balls, but with a lighter weight. It's made with a composite cover that holds up to drills both indoors and out.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
2,717 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, size and appearance of the recreation ball. For example, they mention it's a great product, the colors popped and it'll hold air for 24 hours. That said, some complain about the air pressure.

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258 customers mention235 positive23 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the recreation ball. For example, they mention it's an excellent quality youth basketball, has a decent grip, and is amazing. Some say the size is a little disappointing, but overall, customers are happy with the product.

"...No hassle’s necessary.Reasonable priced and quality great, I feel this will entertain them for hours." Read more

"...This ball is to encourage the children towards basketball and build their confidence in ball-handling and to make a basket on an 8 foot rim...." Read more

"...He plays with it on the driveway and it performs well...." Read more

"It is a lighter ball meant for developing players!" Read more

118 customers mention110 positive8 negative

Customers find the size of the recreation ball perfect for their needs. They say it's light and small, making it easy for them to shoot baskets. Some customers also mention that the ball fits their hand nicely so they can learn to dribble. Overall, most are satisfied with the size and weight of the ball.

"...This ball is lighter and smaller which is intended for youth play typically in Pre-Kinder to First Grade (4 to 6 yr olds)...." Read more

"...Its very colorful and easy to spot at the playground and the size seems just right. I prefer it heavier though." Read more

"...I have not been disappointed with my choice. It fits his hand nicely so he can learn to dribble the ball and it is a little lighter as the..." Read more

"...This ball bounces well, is small enough for my four year old to handle, and light enough that he can dribble and shoot it easier...." Read more

93 customers mention90 positive3 negative

Customers like the appearance of the recreation ball. For example, they say it's colorful, with great texture, and looks like a real basketball. Some say the colors pop, making the ball stand out and easy to find at practice. Overall, most are satisfied with the design and find it fun for kids.

"Very nice ball, my grandson's will love it" Read more

"...Its very colorful and easy to spot at the playground and the size seems just right. I prefer it heavier though." Read more

"...the first 11 monthsPros: The colors popped so my kids' ball was never misplaced during practice or open gym with the other kids on the..." Read more

"...The unique color scheme made it easy to locate our child's ball." Read more

91 customers mention73 positive18 negative

Customers like the weight of the recreation ball. They say it's light enough that they can dribble and that it'll be great for younger players.

"...It’s durable as long as you keep it stored indoors. This ball is lighter and smaller which is intended for youth play typically in Pre-Kinder to..." Read more

"This ball is definitely lighter in weight compare to the SPALDING NBA ball...." Read more

"...so he can learn to dribble the ball and it is a little lighter as the specifications indicate, so he can practice his hoops...." Read more

"...Not only is is clearly lighter but it feels better, more grip, softer more leather like feel, and it bounces higher with less effort...." Read more

41 customers mention38 positive3 negative

Customers like the value of the ball. They mention it feels expensive, the quality is great for the money, and that it's a great buy.

"...No hassle’s necessary.Reasonable priced and quality great, I feel this will entertain them for hours." Read more

"...His mom and grandma loved it and i'm sure my grandson will to. excellent buy." Read more

"Great value, fast shipping. Quality product, my 6 year old loves it! Thank you!" Read more

"...Great value." Read more

34 customers mention29 positive5 negative

Customers like the grip of the recreation ball. They say it has a great feel, texture, and is easy to hold on to. Some say the ball is not too sticky either way and is good for younger kids to learn on.

"...Not only is is clearly lighter but it feels better, more grip, softer more leather like feel, and it bounces higher with less effort...." Read more

"...It has a nice grip to it. It is fairly durable but does show some scuffs. I'd buy it again." Read more

"...Very durable and holds air well. Great for indoor and outdoor. Grip is good but not the best compared to other leather composites out there...." Read more

"My kid loved it! It was the right thing for his hands. And he had the same basketball as his teammates. So I’m very happy with it!" Read more

46 customers mention19 positive27 negative

Customers are mixed about the bounce of the ball. Some mention it has a very good bounce to more easily learn dribbling technique, and it bounces higher with less effort. However, others say that it doesn't bounce very well, it bounce inconsistently, and that it feels more like bouncing a plastic ball.

"As others have reported the bounce was a little “off” (did not seem to come straight back) and also “dead” initially even with the right amount of..." Read more

"...better, more grip, softer more leather like feel, and it bounces higher with less effort...." Read more

"...It looks and feels great, but when inflated it doesn't bounce properly as it has a deformed shape from being packaged flat...." Read more

"...This ball bounces well, is small enough for my four year old to handle, and light enough that he can dribble and shoot it easier...." Read more

48 customers mention12 positive36 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the air pressure of the recreation ball. They mention that it loses air more than the other balls, and needs to be pumped up too often. Some say that the ball came with very low air pressure, so make sure you have a pump handy.

"The first ball we ordered would not hold air. We hadn’t taken it outside yet and it just did not want to stay inflated...." Read more

"...It also looses significant air each night so we had to return (ball is stored inside so not temperature related). Looks great, but not made well." Read more

"...Very durable and holds air well. Great for indoor and outdoor. Grip is good but not the best compared to other leather composites out there...." Read more

"Seems like a nice quality basketball, but did not come fully inflated and game ready as noted in the product description, thus disappointed as now I..." Read more

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Bargain Shopper
5.0 out of 5 stars Granddaughter loves
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2024
Color: MultiSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
Young granddaughter has taken a liking to playing basketball. We purchased the one we did as to keep hers separate from the boys. No hassle’s necessary.
Reasonable priced and quality great, I feel this will entertain them for hours.
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Glenn S Clevenger Sr
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Product
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2024
Color: BrownSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
This is a quality basketball by a quality sporting goods manufacturer.
We bought this for our Grandson for Christmas and he uses it in a regular basis and is very happy with it.
We like Spalding very much and will continue to use their products.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Starter Ball for Youth (Pre-Kinder to First)
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2020
Color: BrownSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
This ball has a specific purpose. It’s durable as long as you keep it stored indoors. This ball is lighter and smaller which is intended for youth play typically in Pre-Kinder to First Grade (4 to 6 yr olds). This ball is to encourage the children towards basketball and build their confidence in ball-handling and to make a basket on an 8 foot rim. Check with your youth basketball organizations on the standards ball sizes and rim heights. Our league moves to from Size 7 (Pre-K to First), Size 8 (2nd to Fourth) and Size 9 / Adult Men (5th grade +). This applies to boys. Girls will stay with the Size 8 ball. Your local youth league may vary.
5 people found this helpful
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John
5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice ball, my grandson's will love it
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2023
Color: MultiSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
Very nice ball, my grandson's will love it
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P. Patel
4.0 out of 5 stars Great light weight, starter ball for younger kids.
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2014
Color: MultiSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
This ball is definitely lighter in weight compare to the SPALDING NBA ball. My 3 years old toddler loves it and it's easier for her to pick it up and throw it. Its very colorful and easy to spot at the playground and the size seems just right. I prefer it heavier though.
2 people found this helpful
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LLee
5.0 out of 5 stars Good quality, right size for beginning players
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2016
Color: BrownSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
I recently bought this basketball for my 8 year old son. He has never played basketball and after reading various reviews on several websites, I decided this was the right ball for him. I found that Amazon had the best price and since I am a Prime member I got it in 2 days with free shipping.

I have not been disappointed with my choice. It fits his hand nicely so he can learn to dribble the ball and it is a little lighter as the specifications indicate, so he can practice his hoops. He plays with it on the driveway and it performs well. This basketball is made of a composite leather and even though I know nothing about basketballs, my husband was very pleased with my choice. It is just the size our son needs until he has mastered some basic skills of the game.
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Diane Winterstein
5.0 out of 5 stars National Wheelchair Basketball Association’s Junior Division Prep teams! I
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2023
Color: BrownSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
It is a lighter ball meant for developing players!
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Alfredo Quinones
5.0 out of 5 stars Great buy !!!
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2023
Color: MultiSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
This is the coolest basketball. His mom and grandma loved it and i'm sure my grandson will to. excellent buy.
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Manuel bf
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy buena calidad
Reviewed in Mexico on April 6, 2022
Color: BrownSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
Super liviano, llegó en buen estado y es perfecto para las manos de niños de 6-10 años. Muy suave
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NIKKI
5.0 out of 5 stars Great quality and looks nice
Reviewed in Canada on July 6, 2020
Color: MultiSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
Light weight balls, great for small kids. Loved how they looked.
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Hans Dieter Friedle
4.0 out of 5 stars Gute Verarbeitung!
Reviewed in Germany on July 21, 2021
Color: BrownSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
Sehr gute Haptik!
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Kenichi
5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift for kids!
Reviewed in Canada on May 16, 2019
Color: BrownSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
Well I never got a greeting at my niece's like that before. Her kids were waiting at the door and we never got our feet on the driveway before we received our calvacade of "Thank Yous". The good quality balls were quickly taken from my wife and my hands and were ripped out of the packaging, pumped up and out with names sharpied on were out the door and down the street to the neighborhood hoops. A week later after hard use I saw the eldest's b-ball and even after hard use was holding up well. I'll see what it looks like this fall. I still smile when I think of their joy of a brand new ball.
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Jeek
5.0 out of 5 stars Light Weight and Great for Kids!
Reviewed in Singapore on January 13, 2020
Color: MultiSize: Youth Size 5, 27.5"Verified Purchase
Love it and would definitely buy it again!
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