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How to Select a Racquetball

So you’re confused by all the different color racquetballs out there. Well who isn’t? We’re here to try to explain some of the basic differences between the different types of racquetballs that are being produced.

Blue Racquetballs

Blue is the standard racquetball color. This indicates an average speed and bounce. Ektelon, ProKennex and Penn make a blue racquetball. These balls have similar speeds, although the Ektelon Premium Select and ProKennex balls seems to have more bounce. The Penn Ultra-Blue Racquetball is the most popular racquetball amongst recreational players.

Red Racquetballs

Red racquetballs come in two flavors: Penn Ballistic 2.0 and the Ektelon Fireball (ProKennex makes an Orange Ball that is similar). These balls are the fastest and heaviest balls out there. Their speed and color make them especially excellent for outdoor play. The Ektelon Fireball Racquetball is the official ball of World Outdoor Racquetball (WOR).

Purple and Green Racquetballs

The purple and green balls are Penn’s Pro Penn line of racquetballs. These balls play faster than blue, but not as fast as the red. These balls are quite lively in the court and are standard equipment at most sanctioned tournaments. Many people prefer the purple ball because of it’s enhanced visibility on the court. The Pro Penn HD Racquetball is the official ball of the International Racquetball Tour (IRT).
Black Racquetballs

Ektelon has a line of classic black racquetballs. These balls emulate the older style of racquetball that was slower, lighter and softer. The play of this ball can often lead to longer rallies and is popular amongst senior players. The Ektelon Classic Black Racquetball is the official ball of the Classic Pro Racquetball Tour (CPRT).
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