Volley Lite volleyball (Black/White) - Lightweight training ball

Our review of the Volley-Lite volleyball finds it is best suited to beginning players and youth leagues who need a softer, lighter ball to learn fundamentals without arm strain. The single biggest reason to buy is its reduced weight: at roughly 25% lighter than regulation, the ball offers easier serving, setting and passing for players around age 12 and younger while retaining a regulation size for accurate skill transfer.

Key Features

• Reduced weight: At about 7 to 7.7 oz the Volley-Lite minimizes impact on young arms and makes repetitive practice less fatiguing while still allowing realistic play development.
• Regulation size: The ball keeps a 26 in circumference so players practice with the same size used in game situations, aiding transition to full-weight balls.
• Durable bladder: A butyl bladder provides reliable air retention and shape stability so the ball stays playable longer between inflations.
• Sensi-Tec cover: The Sensi-Tec microfiber composite leather gives a soft surface that is comfortable on contact yet durable for repeated beginner use.
• Training focus: Designed specifically for skill development, the Volley-Lite balances playability and gentleness to encourage more repetitions with less discomfort.

Who It's For

This ball is ideal for youth programs, 5th and 6th grade leagues, physical education classes and beginner club players who need a lighter, forgiving volleyball to develop serving, passing and setting mechanics. Coaches who want players to get more touches without wear on the arm will appreciate the reduced mass and soft cover.

Players looking for a competition game ball for older teens or adults should look elsewhere; the lighter weight changes ball flight and feel compared with a full-weight game ball. For match play at high school level and above, a regulation-weight game ball will be more appropriate.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Soft Sensi-Tec cover offers a comfortable feel that many customers praise for ease of play.
• About 25% lighter than regulation, which customers report is gentle on young arms and good for beginners.
• Butyl bladder improves air retention and shape, helping the ball perform consistently.
• Regulation 26 in size allows skill transfer to standard game balls.

Cons

• The lighter weight alters flight and impact feel compared with full-weight game balls, so serious older players may prefer the SV5WC game model.

Specifications

Our Verdict

The Volley-Lite is a smart, value-conscious choice for youth coaches and beginner players who need a softer, lighter ball that still measures regulation size. It reduces arm strain, holds air well, and its Sensi-Tec cover feels gentle on contact, making it good value for developing skills before moving to a full-weight game ball.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this ball regulation size?
Yes, it uses a 26 in circumference so it matches regulation size despite being lighter.

Will this ball hold air well?
Yes, the butyl bladder is designed for optimal air retention and stable shape.

Is it suitable for older teens?
It is best for younger or beginning players; older teens and adults seeking game-accurate weight should choose the regulation-weight SV5WC model.