{"product_id":"weighted-basketball-heavytrainer-3-or-2-75-lbs","title":"Weighted Basketball HeavyTrainer (3 or 2.75 lbs)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"hk-design\"\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"hk-section hk-section--dark\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hk-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"hk-eyebrow\"\u003eWeighted Basketball\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2 class=\"hk-h1\"\u003eThe Weighted Basketball That Builds Stronger Passes, Harder Dribbles, and Tougher Rebounders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"max-width:820px;font-size:18px;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eA weighted basketball is a training ball that weighs about twice a regulation ball, so every pass, dribble, and rebound takes real force. Run your normal drills with it, switch back to a regular ball, and the game ball feels light and easy. The HoopsKing HeavyTrainer comes in a men's 29.5 inch 3 lb ball and a women's and youth 28.5 inch 2.75 lb ball, in durable rubber or premium indoor composite leather, from $39.99.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-actions\"\u003e\n        \u003ca class=\"hk-btn hk-btn--primary\" href=\"https:\/\/hoopsking.com\/products\/weighted-basketball-heavytrainer-3-or-2-75-lbs\"\u003eChoose Size and Material\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-grid-2\" style=\"margin-top:30px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cfigure class=\"hk-image-wrap\" style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"hk-image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/5249\/8730\/files\/hoopsking-heavyball-275lb-weighted-pu-leather-basketball_jpg.jpg\" alt=\"HoopsKing composite leather weighted basketball, official size training ball for indoor work\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"text-align:center;color:#ffffffcc;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;margin:12px 0 0;\"\u003eRubber plays anywhere and costs less. Composite leather has the soft, tacky feel of a game ball for indoor training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"hk-eyebrow\"\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eTrain with resistance, switch back to a normal ball, and everything feels lighter and quicker. It is the simplest way to add strength work to the drills your team already runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul style=\"margin:6px 0 0;padding-left:20px;color:var(--hk-text-soft);font-size:15px;line-height:1.85;font-weight:500;\"\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eAbout twice the weight of a regulation ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eBuilds passing power, a tighter handle, and stronger rebounding\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eFits the passing, dribbling, and rebounding drills you already run\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eMen's 29.5 inch and women's or youth 28.5 inch sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eRubber for indoor and outdoor, or composite leather for a premium indoor feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eNo extra equipment and no wasted practice time\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"hk-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hk-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 class=\"hk-h2\"\u003eHow Does a Weighted Basketball Sharpen Your Passing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-grid-2\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"max-width:820px;font-size:17px;line-height:1.7;color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eThe most common passing problem is weak, loopy passes that get picked off. Reminders alone rarely fix it. A weighted basketball does, fast. Players have to snap the ball with real power to complete the same passes at game spacing. After a few reps with the heavy ball, \u003cstrong\u003ethe regulation ball feels light\u003c\/strong\u003e and passes come out with \u003cstrong\u003emore zip and accuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"hk-example\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoaching point:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep players at true game spacing during weighted passing drills, so the added force carries straight over to live play.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cfigure class=\"hk-image-wrap\" style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"hk-image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/5249\/8730\/files\/hoopsking-weighted-basketball-passing-power.jpg\" alt=\"Athlete gripping a HoopsKing weighted basketball with both hands to build passing power\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"hk-section hk-section--light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hk-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 class=\"hk-h2\"\u003eHow Do You Build Stronger Ball Handling?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-grid-2\"\u003e\n        \u003cfigure class=\"hk-image-wrap\" style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"hk-image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/5249\/8730\/files\/HoopsKing-Weighted-Rubber-Basketballs_906f7813-e680-4dba-b946-ceb5b9dcfaad.jpg\" alt=\"Player dribbling two HoopsKing weighted basketballs during a ball handling workout in the gym\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"max-width:820px;font-size:17px;line-height:1.7;color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eListen to elite ball handlers and you hear how hard the ball hits the floor. A harder dribble returns to the hand faster, which means \u003cstrong\u003emore control and quicker moves\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dribbling a weighted basketball forces players to pound the ball to keep control, building wrist, hand, and finger strength. Back on a regular ball, \u003cstrong\u003etheir handle is tighter and quicker\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"hk-example\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoaching point:\u003c\/strong\u003e for the fastest gains, use two weighted balls for two-ball dribbling. It doubles the strength work per rep.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"hk-eyebrow\" style=\"margin-top:30px;\"\u003eFrom our athletes\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"hk-h3\"\u003eSee a Trainer Put It to Work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:325px;margin:22px auto 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:177.78%;height:0;overflow:hidden;border-radius:14px;box-shadow:0 10px 28px rgba(0,0,0,.25);\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/player\/v1\/7604281628516502814\" title=\"Corey Silverstrom training with the HoopsKing weighted basketball on TikTok\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;color:var(--hk-text-soft);font-size:13px;margin:8px 0 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e@coreysilverstrom on TikTok\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"hk-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hk-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 class=\"hk-h2\"\u003eHow Does It Build Tougher Rebounders?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-grid-2\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cp style=\"max-width:820px;font-size:17px;line-height:1.7;color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eRebounding is aggression plus control. The heavier ball makes players squeeze harder and fight to secure it, building the \u003cstrong\u003ehand and forearm strength\u003c\/strong\u003e that turns tips into caught rebounds. After weighted reps, grabbing and protecting a regulation ball feels effortless, and your team starts \u003cstrong\u003ewinning the boards\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"hk-example\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoaching point:\u003c\/strong\u003e finish every weighted rebound with a strong chin it and pivot before the outlet, so control becomes a habit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cfigure class=\"hk-image-wrap\" style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"hk-image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/5249\/8730\/files\/hoopsking-weighted-basketball-rebounding-drill.jpg\" alt=\"Player grabbing a HoopsKing weighted basketball off the rim during a rebounding drill\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"hk-section hk-section--light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hk-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"hk-eyebrow\"\u003eRubber or composite\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2 class=\"hk-h2\"\u003eWhich Weighted Basketball Is Right for Indoor Play?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"max-width:820px;font-size:17px;line-height:1.7;color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eBoth balls are the same size and weight and build the same strength. \u003cstrong\u003eThe difference is the cover\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it comes down to where you train and the feel you want. On price, the rubber ball is \u003cstrong\u003e$39.99\u003c\/strong\u003e and the composite leather is \u003cstrong\u003e$53.00\u003c\/strong\u003e, so the composite runs about $13 more for the game ball feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:18px 0 4px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;min-width:520px;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n          \u003ccaption style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:900;font-style:italic;color:var(--hk-black);padding:0 0 10px;\"\u003eRubber vs composite leather weighted basketball\u003c\/caption\u003e\n          \u003cthead\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:2px solid var(--hk-orange);color:var(--hk-black);font-weight:900;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n              \u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:2px solid var(--hk-orange);color:var(--hk-black);font-weight:900;\"\u003eRubber, $39.99\u003c\/th\u003e\n              \u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:2px solid var(--hk-orange);color:var(--hk-black);font-weight:900;\"\u003eComposite Leather, $53.00\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/thead\u003e\n          \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);font-weight:700;text-align:left;\"\u003eCover\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eDurable rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003ePremium composite (PU) leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);font-weight:700;text-align:left;\"\u003eFeel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eFirm and grippy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eSoft, tacky, game ball feel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);font-weight:700;text-align:left;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eIndoor and outdoor courts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eIndoor hardwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);font-weight:700;text-align:left;\"\u003eDurability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eTakes a beating anywhere\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--hk-border);color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eBest on clean indoor floors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding:11px 14px;font-weight:700;text-align:left;\"\u003eSizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 14px;color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003e29.5 in 3 lb, 28.5 in 2.75 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px 14px;color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003e29.5 in 3 lb, 28.5 in 2.75 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-grid-2\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n          \u003cfigure class=\"hk-image-wrap\" style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"hk-image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/5249\/8730\/files\/hoopsking-heavyball-275lb-weighted-pu-leather-basketball_jpg.jpg\" alt=\"HoopsKing composite leather weighted basketball, official 28.5 inch 2.75 lb, for indoor training\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n          \u003ch3 class=\"hk-h3\"\u003eComposite Leather, the Indoor Weighted Basketball\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eOur composite leather HeavyTrainer is the indoor pick. It has the \u003cstrong\u003esoft, tacky feel of a premium indoor game ball\u003c\/strong\u003e, so drills translate straight to game day on a wood floor. Men's 29.5 inch 3 lb and women's 28.5 inch 2.75 lb. $53.00.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n          \u003cfigure class=\"hk-image-wrap\" style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"hk-image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/5249\/8730\/files\/hoopsking-weighted-basketball-court-hero.jpg\" alt=\"Player holding a HoopsKing rubber weighted basketball on the court, built for indoor and outdoor use\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n          \u003ch3 class=\"hk-h3\"\u003eRubber, Indoor and Outdoor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe rubber HeavyTrainer is tough and \u003cstrong\u003etakes a beating on any surface\u003c\/strong\u003e, indoor hardwood or the outdoor blacktop. It is the budget friendly choice and the same men's and women's sizes. $39.99.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-example\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoaching point:\u003c\/strong\u003e training mostly in the gym? Go composite leather for the game ball feel. Splitting time between the gym and outdoor courts? The rubber ball holds up anywhere.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"hk-eyebrow\" style=\"margin-top:30px;\"\u003eComposite in action\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch3 class=\"hk-h3\"\u003eSee the Composite Leather Ball on the Floor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;border-radius:14px;margin-top:22px;box-shadow:0 10px 28px rgba(0,0,0,.25);\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/eFjcE53yCNQ\" title=\"Composite Leather Weighted Basketball for Quick, Fast, and Powerful Dribbling\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"hk-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hk-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"hk-eyebrow\"\u003eSee it in action\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2 class=\"hk-h2\"\u003eHow Do Players Train With the Composite Ball?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"max-width:820px;font-size:17px;line-height:1.7;color:var(--hk-text-soft);\"\u003eWatch \u003cstrong\u003e4 beginner heavy ball exercises for ball control\u003c\/strong\u003e from @kosportstv, one of our HoopsKing creators, training with the composite leather weighted basketball. Run the same drills with your players, then switch back to a regulation ball and feel the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:400px;margin:22px auto 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:calc(124.5% + 192px);height:0;overflow:hidden;border-radius:14px;box-shadow:0 10px 28px rgba(0,0,0,.25);background:#fff;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/Ddnym6Zutjb\/embed\/\" title=\"kosportstv showing 4 beginner heavy ball exercises for ball control with the HoopsKing composite weighted basketball on Instagram\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" loading=\"lazy\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;font-size:13px;margin:8px 0 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/Ddnym6Zutjb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:#b8470c;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003e@kosportstv on Instagram (opens in new tab)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-example\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoaching point:\u003c\/strong\u003e start each drill slow and controlled with the heavy ball, then add speed once players can keep it tight to the body.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"hk-section hk-section--light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hk-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"hk-eyebrow\"\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2 class=\"hk-h2\"\u003eWhat Makes the HeavyTrainer Work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-grid-3\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter passing power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eForces harder, faster passes that hold up under game pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStronger ball handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilds the wrist, hand, and finger strength behind a quick, tight handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTougher rebounding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrip and forearm strength to secure the ball with authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal arm strength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrains forearms and wrists for better overall ball control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits your drills\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it in the passing, dribbling, and rebounding drills you already run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes and materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eMen's 29.5 inch 3 lb and women's 28.5 inch 2.75 lb, in rubber or composite leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"hk-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hk-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"hk-eyebrow\"\u003eSizes and specs\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2 class=\"hk-h2\"\u003eWhich Size and Material Should You Pick?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-grid-2\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n          \u003cfigure class=\"hk-image-wrap\" style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"hk-image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/5249\/8730\/products\/img_proxy_3b04dc28-65fc-404a-970d-a7ca9a369313.jpg\" alt=\"Youth player holding a HoopsKing 28.5 inch weighted basketball for training\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n          \u003ch3 class=\"hk-h3\"\u003eMen's, 29.5 inch, 3 lbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eOfficial men's size at roughly twice the weight of a regulation ball. Best for high school, college, and adult players. Rubber $39.99 or composite leather $53.00.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n          \u003cfigure class=\"hk-image-wrap\" style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"hk-image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/5249\/8730\/files\/hoopsking-weighted-basketball-womens-28-5.jpg\" alt=\"Female player holding a HoopsKing 28.5 inch women's weighted basketball on an outdoor court\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n          \u003ch3 class=\"hk-h3\"\u003eWomen's and Youth, 28.5 inch, 2.75 lbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eOfficial women's size, and the right choice for youth players who want to build strength early. Rubber $39.99 or composite leather $53.00.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-example\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e the ball is sold individually. Coaches usually grab two so they can run two-ball passing and dribbling drills and speed up development.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card hk-card--tip\" style=\"margin-top:18px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"hk-h3\"\u003eOutfitting a whole team?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSkip the one at a time cart and get the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hoopsking.com\/products\/weighted-basketball-team-pack-12-balls-29-5-or-28-5\" style=\"color:#b8470c;font-weight:900;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003e15 ball weighted basketball team pack\u003c\/a\u003e, in your choice of size and rubber or composite leather, so every player trains at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-actions\" style=\"margin-top:6px;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"hk-btn hk-btn--light\" href=\"https:\/\/hoopsking.com\/products\/weighted-basketball-team-pack-12-balls-29-5-or-28-5\"\u003eShop the 15 Ball Team Pack\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-actions\" style=\"margin-top:22px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ca class=\"hk-btn hk-btn--primary\" href=\"https:\/\/hoopsking.com\/products\/weighted-basketball-heavytrainer-3-or-2-75-lbs\"\u003eChoose Size and Material\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"hk-section hk-section--light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hk-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 class=\"hk-h2\"\u003eWeighted Basketball FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-grid-2\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow heavy is a weighted basketball?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe HeavyTrainer men's 29.5 inch ball weighs 3 lbs, about twice a regulation basketball (roughly 1.4 lbs). The women's and youth 28.5 inch ball weighs 2.75 lbs. Both come in rubber or composite leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan you shoot with a weighted basketball?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is built for passing, ball handling, and rebounding, not full range game shooting. Light form shooting from 5 feet and in is fine to build wrist and finger strength, but do your regular shooting work with a regulation ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a weighted basketball used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdding resistance to normal drills. Train with the heavy ball, then switch to a regular ball and players pass, dribble, and rebound with noticeably more strength and speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs a composite leather weighted basketball good for indoor training?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The composite leather HeavyTrainer is our indoor weighted basketball. It has the soft, tacky feel of a premium indoor game ball, so it is the top pick for gym practice. The rubber version handles both indoor and outdoor courts and is the more budget friendly option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the rubber and composite leather ball?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eSame sizes and weights, different cover. Rubber is durable and works indoor and outdoor for $39.99. Composite leather has a premium indoor feel that is closest to a game ball for $53.00. Both build the same strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow is a weighted basketball different from a regular basketball?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eSame size and feel, about double the weight. That extra load is what forces the strength and control gains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhich size weighted basketball should I get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eMen's 29.5 inch 3 lb for high school and up. Women's and youth 28.5 inch 2.75 lb for female players and younger athletes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"hk-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I train with a weighted basketball?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it in your standard passing, dribbling, and rebounding drills, then switch back to a regulation ball so players feel the difference in live play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"hk-section hk-section--final\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"hk-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"hk-eyebrow\"\u003eTrain smarter\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2 class=\"hk-h2\"\u003eStop the lazy passes, weak dribbles, and soft rebounds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"max-width:760px;font-size:18px;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eAdd the weighted basketball to practice this week and watch your players build the strength, control, and confidence to dominate the court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hk-actions\"\u003e\n        \u003ca class=\"hk-btn hk-btn--primary hk-btn--on-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/hoopsking.com\/products\/weighted-basketball-heavytrainer-3-or-2-75-lbs\"\u003eGet Your Weighted Basketball\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How heavy is a weighted basketball?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The HeavyTrainer men's 29.5 inch ball weighs 3 lbs, about twice a regulation basketball (roughly 1.4 lbs). 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