Objective of the test:

To determine if using a Spalding Rookie Gear soccer ball that is 25% lighter will improve athletic performance in kids ages 8 and under. Athletes will kick unmarked soccer balls and will not be informed of the different ball characteristics. Athletic performance will be measured in how far and how accurately an athlete can kick a soccer ball down field.

Participants: Local Youth Soccer players

Ages: 6 - 8 years old

Location:

Sports World, New England's premier indoor soccer facility