The #1 choice for college and high school play, the
TF-1000 is designed to feel like broken-in leather right from the start. The new TF-1000 ZK Pro, with Full Ball Pebbling, Foam Backed Construction and wider channels is now Spalding's finest institutional ball. Men's Official Size
Each ball is made from Spalding’s exclusive ZK® Microfiber composite leather cover material for unmatched feel and performance. Plus, the advanced Full Ball Pebbling Pattern and Foam Backed Construction provide superior grip game after game.
Soap and water may be used to clean your basketball. However we do not recommend soaking the basketball.
The life expectancy of a basketball is generally 40,000-50,000 bounces.
Wide channels on a basketball offer the player better control by enhancing the players grip ability. Deciding between wide or narrow channel basketball is based on the players personal preference.
Composite and Synthetic leathers are man-made materials manufactured to simulate the characteristics and durability of natural leather. But, unlike leather, these man-made materials have the benefit of being broken-in leather soft right out of the box and are less costly.
The circumference and weight of a basketball varies with the size of the basketball.
Full Size - Circumference: 29.5"
Junior/Intermediate - Circumference: 28.5"
Youth - Circumference: 27.5"
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