{"product_id":"lionstrike-match-football","title":"Lionstrike Match Football","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Lionstrike Match Ball LT is the lightest match-standard football that conforms to official international match standards (IMS) as designated by FIFA. \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered with revolutionary NeoBladder\u003cstrong\u003e™ \u003c\/strong\u003etechnology, these footballs are manufactured to IMS standard and are at the lighter end of match specifications. That makes our size 3 and size 4 match balls perfect for U6-U9 and U10-U14 age groups who would greatly benefit from a slightly lighter football during matches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Is This Important?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen kids transition from training to playing matches, they want a match ball that they can control well, that they can kick well, and that they can feel braver about heading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a coach’s perspective, coaches want a high quality, match standard football that improves the standard of football played and that stands up to tough Winter conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLionstrike match footballs also have a strong safety element, as they are lighter than regular footballs and therefore force of impact (especially heading) is less during matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT FEATURES: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATCH SPECIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Lionstrike LT is manufactured to International Match Standards, as defined by FIFA guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTRONG CONSTRUCTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur match ball is tightly-stitched and seam-sealed, keeping the ball round and keeping water out in wet conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSAFETY ASPECT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLionstrike footballs are 20% lighter and so they hurt less when children are heading the ball. Our footballs are perfect for matches, match coaching and for children to practice their skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOW MAINTENANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA high-retention bladder, incorporating NeoBladder\u003cstrong\u003e™\u003c\/strong\u003e technology, holds air very well for repeated use without re-inflating. They are built to stand heavy wear, match after match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGREAT MATCH BALL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the best match ball to help U6-U9's and U10-U14's transition from training to matches. It really helps them to work on their skills, develop confidence and be able to generate power when striking the ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOuter Material: Matt finished PU Leather plus a 5mm EVA Foam layer beneath this, giving a soft touch and feel.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBladder: Strong wound bladder, engineered with NeoBladder\u003cstrong\u003e™ \u003c\/strong\u003etechnology, which provides a strong and lightweight bladder that stays inflated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeams - The Match Ball LT is seam-sealed, which strengthens the seams and also prevents water absorption that can reduce a football’s lifespan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSphericity: Match Ball LT has a sphericity variation of less than 2%, conforming to the highest international standards \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: These footballs are delivered deflated, so will require a suitable pump to inflate them before use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"InStock","offers":[{"title":"Size 3 (U6-U9 level)","offer_id":52914798985440,"sku":"V0671747143","price":28.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.carouselstore.co.uk\/products\/lionstrike-match-football","provider":"Carousel Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}