Type
Within the three categories, there are various types of tennis balls distinguished from one another.
Performance Tennis Balls
Starting with Performance tennis balls, differentiation is based on the surface they are designed for and the specific characteristics associated with these surfaces. For instance, there are tennis balls specifically developed for clay courts and others tailored for hard courts. Additionally, there is variance in ball quality, affecting their ability to maintain bounce consistency and playing characteristics over time.
(Semi-)Pressureless Tennis Balls
In the case of (semi-)pressureless tennis balls, the differences mainly lie in the variety of brands available and the packaging contents. Generally, the preferences between coaches and recreational players opting for (semi-)pressureless tennis balls differ. Coaches often require larger quantities per purchase, hence the availability of buckets and bags containing up to 72 tennis balls, while recreational players typically opt for standard packs of 3 or 4 balls.
Stage Tennis Balls
Now, onto the Stage tennis balls. These are categorized based on different colors, each associated with specific characteristics such as bounce, size, and speed of the junior tennis balls. The various colored stage tennis balls include green, orange, and red.