Size 3 Basketball: Introducing the Game From the Very Beginning

Mini-basketball is the first step in a child's basketball journey. For this discovery to happen in the best possible conditions, the size 3 ball has been specifically designed for small hands and developing young bodies.

Specifications of the Size 3 Basketball

Dimensions and Weight

The size 3 basketball measures between 55.9 and 58.4 cm in circumference and weighs between 280 and 340 grams. Noticeably lighter and smaller than a standard ball, it is perfectly suited to kindergarten-age and early primary-school children.

What Age and Which Category?

The size 3 is used for children under 7 in their first basketball activities at school or in sports initiation programmes. It is widely used in baby basketball workshops and motor skill development sessions.

For children between 7 and 11, move up to the size 5. For teenagers and adults, check out our size 6 and size 7.

The Educational Benefits of a Size 3 Basketball

Developing Fine Motor Skills

Handling a basketball from an early age contributes to the development of hand-eye coordination, balance and overall motor skills. The size 3 is the ideal tool for this type of learning.

Building a Love for Team Sport

Children who discover basketball with a ball adapted to their size find it much easier to enjoy the game. They naturally learn to move, orientate themselves with the ball and interact with their teammates.

Size 3: Indoor or Outdoor?

Even at size 3, the choice between an indoor and an outdoor model matters. For gym activities, a composite ball with a soft surface will be more comfortable and pleasant to use. For playing in the school yard or a park, a durable rubber ball will last longer.

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