Objective of the test:

To determine if using a Spalding Rookie Gear basketball that is 25% lighter will improve athletic performance in kids ages 8 and under. Athletes will throw unmarked basketballs and will not be informed of the different ball characteristics. Athletic performance will be measured in an athlete's ability to successfully make a basket from pre-measured locations on the court.

Participants: Local 1st place CYO Youth Basketball

Ages: 6 - 8 years old

Location:

Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame