Training balls range from soft foam or PVC designs to standard leather match balls. Compare the ball's construction, size and maker-stated use with the drill, player group and practice rules.
Training-ball names can be similar while construction differs. Read the product description for material, size and the practice use the maker lists.
Compare the product descriptions
| Product type | Example construction | Check before use |
|---|---|---|
| Foam-core soft ball | Soft central material with an outer cover | Size, surface and maker’s intended age or session |
| PVC training ball | PVC construction, sometimes with a soft center | The exact model’s bounce and use description |
| Ball on a string | Ball attached to a cord for a focused skill drill | Attachment and supervised drill instructions |
| Leather ball | Match-style outer construction | Format rules, player level and required protection |
Kookaburra’s product descriptions distinguish its Supa Softaball from a Super Coach technique ball, which is attached to a string for a batting drill. Product specifications and intended uses belong to each model.
Choose for the session
- Ask whether the practice uses a stationary drill, pair work, nets or a match format.
- Confirm the ball type and size the coach expects.
- Read the ball maker’s construction and age guidance.
- Pair the ball with the equipment and protective gear required by the session.
- Keep training balls separated from match balls in the kit bag.
For match-ball context, see cricket ball sizes and weights. Build the rest of a new player’s bag with the junior kit checklist, and compare bat sizes and shoes. Browse cricket balls.
Sources
- Supa Softaball, Kookaburra
- Super Coach Technique Soft Ball, Kookaburra
- Supa Soft cricket ball, Kookaburra
For match formats, compare red, white and pink cricket balls.
Common questions
Are all soft cricket balls the same?
No. Product designs vary in material, construction, size and the practice use described by the maker.
Can I use a training ball in a match?
Use the ball required by the competition rules; training product descriptions do not establish match eligibility.
How do I choose a ball for a junior session?
Check the session format and the ball maker's age and use guidance, then confirm with the coach.