what size basketball for kids
The Women's New International Size 6 regulation basketball has a circumference between 28.5 and 29 inches and weighs 18-20 ounces to accommodate the smaller size of female hands. The Intermediate Size girls' youth basketball (the original International Size 6) has a circumference between 27.75-28.5 inches. It weighs 16-18 ounces. The Junior International Size 5 basketball has a circumference between 27.25 to 27.75 inches. It weighs 14-16 ounces. It is recommended for boys and girls ages 8-12. The Mini International Size 3 basketball has a circumference between 22 to 22.5 inches. It weighs 10.5-11.25 ounces. It is recommended for younger children ages 5-8.