Bandy ball facts for kids

See how a bandy ball is made, from cork to a finished red ball. A modern bandy ball is on the far right.

Bandy balls are often a bright pinkish-red color, called cerise.

An orange bandy ball

A bandy ball is a special rubber ball. It is used to play the sport of bandy. Think of it like a hockey puck, but it's a ball!

The inside of a bandy ball is made from cork. This cork center is then covered with rubber or a material that feels like rubber, such as plastic.

Ball Size and Color

Bandy balls come in two main sizes. One size is about 62.4 millimeters (mm) across. The other is slightly larger, at 63.8 mm. This bigger size is sometimes called a "Russian ball."

The color of bandy balls has changed over time. They were first made in red. Later, orange or a bright pinkish-red color called cerise became common.

Rules for Balls

The Federation of International Bandy sets the rules for the game. They say that any of these colors and sizes are allowed. However, all the balls used in one game must be the same color and type. This helps keep the game fair for everyone.

Who Makes Bandy Balls?

Many companies make bandy balls. Some well-known makers include Jofa, Kosa, and Reebok. These companies make sure the balls meet the official rules.

Other Sports Using Similar Balls

The same kind of ball is also used in a sport called rink bandy. This game is played on a smaller ice rink. There is another sport called rinkball. It uses a ball that looks very similar to a bandy ball, but it is blue.

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  This blue ball is used in the sport of rinkball.