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Product Overview

The HandleLife Youth 3 Pound Weighted Heavyball is specially designed for young athletes who are serious about developing their ball-handling skills and improving their handles. This 28.5” (size 6) mid-size basketball, with its challenging 3-pound weight and bold black and orange design, is the same size used in WNBA and NCAA women’s games. Training with this heavy ball helps young players build stronger ball-handling abilities, improve control, and accelerate their dribbling speed, making it an ideal tool for middle school athletes preparing for the next level, including high school and AAU competition.

Developed by Johnny Stephene, founder of HandleLife and NBA skills coach, this HandleLife Heavyball is an essential tool for youth players who want to gain a competitive edge. Its durable construction, superior grip, and eye-catching black and orange colors make it ideal for regular practice, ensuring that young athletes can confidently develop their skills with a ball that challenges them every step of the way. Training with this ball ensures young players are better prepared for the demands of middle school, high school, and AAU competition, particularly in mastering ball-handling and improving their handles.

Basketball Sizing

The HandleLife Youth 3 Pound Weighted Heavyball is a 28.5” (size 6) mid-size ball, perfect for young male players aged 9 to 12 and female players aged 9 and older. The added 3-pound weight, combined with the distinctive black and orange design, is designed to enhance dribbling skills, improve hand speed, and build the muscle memory needed for elite-level ball handling. This ball is perfect for youth athletes looking to excel in middle school, high school, and AAU basketball. Training with this ball ensures they’re ready to compete at their best and master their handles.

Youth's HandleLife Heavy Basketball - 28.5"

Youth's HandleLife Heavy Basketball - 28.5"

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HandleLife Youth 3 Pound Weighted Heavyball

  • OFFICIAL BASKETBALL SIZES – The Goalrilla HandleLife Heavy Basketball is available in official men’s and women’s sizes and comes in 29.5” (size 7) and 28.5” (size 6) – both weighing 3 lbs. (48 oz.)
  • IMPROVE YOUR BALL HANDLING SKILLS – Goalrilla's HandleLife basketballs are made for all types of athletes, players, coaches, and trainers who are seeking to improve their ball handling skills
  • ACCELERATE YOUR BASKETBALL KNOWLEDGE – Weighted ball combines a true bounce and game ball feel to accelerate your handles development
  • DESIGNED TO IMPROVE – This basketball is designed to improve players hand speed, ball handling efficiency, ball control, playmaking ability as well as muscle memory
  • USED BY PROFESSIONAL BASKETBALL PLAYERS – Johnny Stephene, creator of HandleLife and NBA skills coach, has transformed how players prepare for game day with focused training on ball handling, control, hand speed, and muscle memory using heavyweight training balls. His social media accounts have amassed over 2 million followers.

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Product Overview

The HandleLife Youth 3 Pound Weighted Heavyball is specially designed for young athletes who are serious about developing their ball-handling skills and improving their handles. This 28.5” (size 6) mid-size basketball, with its challenging 3-pound weight and bold black and orange design, is the same size used in WNBA and NCAA women’s games. Training with this heavy ball helps young players build stronger ball-handling abilities, improve control, and accelerate their dribbling speed, making it an ideal tool for middle school athletes preparing for the next level, including high school and AAU competition.

Developed by Johnny Stephene, founder of HandleLife and NBA skills coach, this HandleLife Heavyball is an essential tool for youth players who want to gain a competitive edge. Its durable construction, superior grip, and eye-catching black and orange colors make it ideal for regular practice, ensuring that young athletes can confidently develop their skills with a ball that challenges them every step of the way. Training with this ball ensures young players are better prepared for the demands of middle school, high school, and AAU competition, particularly in mastering ball-handling and improving their handles.

Basketball Sizing

The HandleLife Youth 3 Pound Weighted Heavyball is a 28.5” (size 6) mid-size ball, perfect for young male players aged 9 to 12 and female players aged 9 and older. The added 3-pound weight, combined with the distinctive black and orange design, is designed to enhance dribbling skills, improve hand speed, and build the muscle memory needed for elite-level ball handling. This ball is perfect for youth athletes looking to excel in middle school, high school, and AAU basketball. Training with this ball ensures they’re ready to compete at their best and master their handles.

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FAQ

The HandleLife Heavy Ball is a weighted basketball designed to improve dribbling and ball-handling skills. Unlike a regular basketball, the added weight strengthens your arms, wrists, and fingers, enhancing control, reflexes, and overall performance.

Incorporate it into your regular training by starting with basic dribbling drills, focusing on maintaining control. You can also use it for passing and shooting to build power and accuracy. Consistent use will lead to noticeable improvements in your game.

It’s suitable for athletes of all ages and skill levels, from middle school to professional players. Whether you're a beginner or advanced, it’s ideal for anyone looking to elevate their ball-handling skills.

Yes, it’s durable enough for both indoor and outdoor courts. For the best performance and longevity, use it on smooth, clean surfaces like hardwood floors or well-maintained outdoor courts.

Results vary based on your skill level and training frequency, but with regular use (2-3 times a week), you should see significant improvements in ball-handling, strength, and control within a few weeks.