• Soccer is the most popular sport in the world;xNLx;• It is played by people young and old in countries all;xNLx;over the world;xNLx;• The great thing about the sport is that you can play;xNLx;almost anywhere;xNLx;• All you really need is open space, teammates, and a;xNLx;ball;xNLx;• However, the process of making a soccer ball isn’t;xNLx;quite as simple
Soccer balls are made from a variety of raw materials that come from the Earth, but before manufactures can use them, these raw materials must be pocessed
The surface of most soccer balls is made from synthetic leather or rubber. This is typically made from plastics such as types of polyurethane
To hold the hexagon panels of the surface together, stitching made from polyester or similar thread can be used or glue
The lining of the ball is important for strength, structure, and bounce, This can be composed of polyester and/or cotton bonded together
Finally there is the bladder, the inside part of the ball filled with air, This is typically made from natural latex rubber or butyl (plastic). Bladders made form natural latex rubber provide the softest feel and proper bounce from the ball, Bladders made from butyl can hold air longer and retain the ball’s shape better than bladders made from latex rubber
Surface material is rolled out- usually several layers of synthetic foam- filled panels are glued together make a strong and smooth exterior. The lining which is made of multiple sheets of fabric is glued to the cover. The lining goes between the cover and the bladder to provide shape. Panels are cut into the exact number needed to make one ball. Exterior panels are silk- screened with graphics or logos, with each panel printed separately. Holes are pre-punched in each panel and the ball is either stitched by hand or machine with a polyester thread. After that, they make sure that none of the stitches will show and the bladder is inserted and inflated.
High quality balls are more likely to last longer, Taking care of your soccer ball can increase its life, Don’t use it on concrete or asphalt, Keep it clean, Don’t use a wet soccer ball if it’s too cold
Never just throw out a soccer ball! Donate your soccer ball to an organization, Kids who can’t afford a new ball will appreciate it, If your ball is too beat up, it can still be used, Dogs love old beat up soccer balls!
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