Head - Stage 2 Junior Orange Tennis Ball for Age 7-10 (72 Balls per Bag)

The Stage 2 Orange tennis ball is a low-compression starter ball designed for kids aged 7 to 10 and graduating adult beginners. It serves as the middle stepping stone in the International Tennis Federation's (ITF) "Play and Stay" developmental program, bridging the gap between the slow Red ball and the faster Green Dot ball.

Key Performance Features

• 50% Slower: It travels half the speed of a standard adult tennis ball. This slower pace gives developing players optimal time to set up their feet, judge distance, and practice full swing shapes. 

• Reduced Bounce: It bounces lower than a standard ball (roughly waist-to-chest height for a child). This ensures players can strike the ball inside their natural comfort zone rather than hitting overhead.

• Standard Size, Lower Weight: Unlike the oversized Red ball, the Orange ball is the same physical size as a standard tennis ball but is significantly lighter and under-pressurized.

Who It Is For

• Juniors (Ages 7–10): Specifically tailored for kids playing on a modified 60-foot (18-meter) court using mid-sized junior rackets (23 to 25 inches). 

• Advancing Beginners: Perfect for adult starters who have mastered basic contact points with Red balls and are ready to practice longer rallies and directional control.