Lately, the 2023 La Liga new ball has
been getting plenty of buzz in the soccer community. This new ball replaces the
current one, which has been used since 2017. What exactly makes this ball so
special? Why should it be used by La Liga and other leagues across the world?
And most importantly, why should you as a soccer player consider using it in
your next game? To answer these questions, I’ve put together this short piece
on the 2023 La Liga new ball and how it can improve your game play...and I even
included my personal experience with it! Let’s get to it...
What Makes an Official Match Ball?
The ball chosen to be used in a major
football competition, like La Liga, has to meet certain criteria. First and
foremost, it must feel great when kicked—the players who use it need to feel
like they can control where it goes. The ball also needs to fly well when
kicked. This is especially important if you’re playing in a stadium that has
good air flow. Any big enough (and therefore hard enough) wind will wreak havoc
on your shot if you’re not using an official match ball that can handle strong
gusts of wind without becoming compromised. Thirdly, any type of official match
ball needs to last long.
Current Problems with Typical Soccer Balls
The issue with typical soccer balls is
that they are incredibly hard and brittle. Due to their hardness, soccer balls
frequently crack and break during play. Moreover, when a ball does actually
start to wear down, it loses its consistency and aerodynamics very quickly,
meaning it falls short of providing proper support throughout a game. These
issues often result in games that are either too short or have multiple breaks
as players fix their equipment throughout gameplay. Current Solutions: Although
there have been some attempts at creating durable soccer balls that can
withstand more play before breaking, most manufacturers typically use
non-durable materials or coatings (typically polyurethane) to make up for poor
structural integrity by filling in small cracks on the surface of traditional
soccer balls.
What Makes the 2023 La Liga New Ball So Great?
The 2023 la Liga new ball is an
incredible step forward in terms of technology and design. The materials are
lighter, which leads to better handling and durability. The surface uses a
textured panel to improve aerodynamics and give players more control over their
passes, which leads to faster play. And it’s been designed with new imagery
inspired by ancient Spanish artwork to help increase brand awareness around the
world. Fans will love playing with a great new ball!