Tennis Balls
Buying tennis balls is sometimes confusing. Different brands. Different pressures. Different colors. Player skill levels. Recreation vs. teaching. Court surfaces. No need to be confused, we are here to help you decide.
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When should tennis balls be replaced?
Simple answer: every time you play. Pro players replace balls every nine games (seven games after warm-ups.) The non-professional does not hit the ball as hard and does not need new balls that often. Here’s 4 good reasons a new can of balls should be opened every time you play:
From the second you open the pressurized can, balls begin to lose air pressure. Less pressure means less pace. The ball flies slower and shorter and bounces lower hurting your game.
With less pace you are tempted to overhit risking injury.
Fuzz factor: Balls pick up dirt, humidity, sweat, and court moisture. This roughs up the felt cover and slows the ball down.
New balls help your serve with velocity and have a more predictable bounce off the strings.
Are Wilson, Penn or Dunlop tennis balls better?
Large manufacturers have different types of balls for all kinds of players.
Wilson Tennis Balls are constantly seeking innovation in their Wilson LABS research effort. They make the balls used at the US Open.
Penn Tennis Balls are the top selling balls in America. They have been making balls since 1910 and invented the pressurized can in 1922.
Dunlop Tennis Balls are the official balls of the Australian Open and are widely used at ATP events and instructional venues like IMG Academy.
Does the color matter?
Typically, the greenish color is easiest to see – especially when they are new. Pros play with a special neon green so the ball is seen better on television. Orange and red balls are typically low compression balls designed for kids and beginners.
How can I save money buying tennis balls?
If you play at least once a week, it makes sense to buy in bulk. There are bundles of 12 and 24 cans designed to save you money and time.
Should I buy regular or extra (heavy) duty balls?
That depends on what kind of court you are playing on. Outdoor, hard surfaces will chew up balls quickly so extra (heavy) duty balls make sense. Indoor or clay surfaces usually only need regular duty balls. If you are not sure, try a couple of different balls to see what works best.
What about beginners or kid’s tennis balls?
The orange or red low compression balls are designed to help beginners and kids learn the game. They bounce lower and are easier for them to hit.
What other specialty tennis balls are there?
- Teaching professionals ought to consider balls made for lessons. They are specifically designed for that purpose and are marked “Coach” so they don’t get mixed in with balls from other courts.
- Want to collect pro autographs or decorate your man (or woman) cave? Buy the single oversized ball.
Why buy balls from TennisRacquets.com?
There are big advantages in buying balls from TennisRacquets.com:
No worries about cans sitting endlessly in a warehouse waiting for orders.
TennisRacquets.com balls sell quickly so they are as fresh as possible.
Our prices are low!
Deliveries to your front door are fast and convenient.
Our local, in house professionals can answer all your questions.
Need advice? Call our friendly, local experts. We want you to have the perfect ball whether you are just beginning, an experienced intermediate, or an advanced professional.