Abricot and midnight blue, green and white, blue and orange: in terms of style, the Nike Christmas balls stand out in a sac of volley, and the All Court can be played on both hardwood and outdoors.
It's a size 5 ball, the adult size, shipped deflated for some colours, to be given alone or in a set to a group of friends.
Its description presents the All Court as a durable ball, designed for regular use both indoors and outdoors. It's a size 5 ball, made for training and play at all levels. A practical gift for a player who moves from the gym in winter to the camping court in summer.
Several colours are shipped deflated. Before wrapping it, inflate it with a needle pump to the pressure indicated near the valve, then check the pressure the next day, allowing the cover to find its shape. On the big day, the ball is ready to play as soon as it comes out of the paper.
The white, red, and blue All Court comes in lots of several balls. For a leisure section, a holiday centre, or a group of friends playing on Sundays, it's a shared gift that avoids the hassle of chasing after the group's only ball.
The All Court does not mention any official approval: it’s suitable for leisure and training. For a competitive player, check out the Mikasa balls or the Molten balls, several models of which are approved by the FIVB. For sand, the Wilson balls are more suitable, and the Errea balls bear the signature of the sponsor of the French team. All brands are listed on the Christmas balls page, and the Christmas special offers include discounts for the season.
All the Nike balls in the selection are here, either individually or in lots. To equip a group, the lot simplifies the purchase process, and the special ball offers keep other models at discounted prices.
It's a size 5 ball, the size for adults. A teenager who already plays will use it with no issues, but a young child will progress more easily with a lighter ball, which can be found on the Christmas balls page.
It's made for outdoor use, but a rough surface always wears the cover faster than a gym floor. Wipe it down after a game in the rain and let it dry at room temperature, away from a heater.
No, a ball should be stored inflated to its normal pressure, in a dry place and away from heat. Deflating and reinflating constantly wears out the valve.
Contrasting colours, like blue and orange, are easier to spot against a backdrop of sky or greenery than an all-white ball. This is also an advantage for beginners, who can follow the ball more easily with their eyes.