Best Water Polo Balls

KAP7 balls are considered the go-to choice for both elite and amateur water polo players.

Official NCAA men's water polo game ball. Water reactant grip for control. Hand buffed for added grip. Uses experience and proprietary technology to develop the HydroGrip ball. Long-lasting. Offers a great grip.

Competition Men's Water Polo Ball

Loses a little air.

Best Bang for the Buck

Mikasa Sports

A standard-sized ball many teams use for play and practice.

NFHS approved. Maximum grip buffing. Size 5. Easy to grip when wet. Holds air well. Good for practicing at home. Just like the ones many teams use to practice.

Competition Women's Water Polo Ball

Ball can be damaged by leaving it in the water for long periods, so be sure to take it out when you're done.

Mikasa Sports

A good choice for women and middle school age children, since it's slightly smaller.

NFHS approved. Buffed for maximum grip. Size 4. Good for practice. Also good for younger players, since it's smaller than a men's ball.

Youth Unisex Mikasa Splashball Water Polo Balls

Ball can be damaged by leaving it in the water for long periods, so be sure to take it out when you're done.

Mikasa Sports

This fun-colored ball is intended for smaller children to use for splashball, a simpler version of water polo.

Designed for ages 8 and under. Buffed for maximum grip. Size 1. Perfect for pre-teens with smaller hands. Very grippy surface when wet.

Official Size Water Polo Ball

Very small. For older elementary or middle school children, consider a larger size.

Tachikara

Deep-set seams give you a better hold on this ball.

Sold and shipped deflated. Hydro-Tec surface creates a unique ribbed texture for stronger grip. Deep set seams for a better hold. Yarn wound for durability. Official size and weight.