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With the world series major league all done and the San Francisco Giants taking home the winning trophy, it seems fitting to write about balls, the great little ball at the centre of the great game we know as baseball that evolved from the english game of ’rounders’ in the first half of the 19th century . ( we didn’t know that either!)
A few facts about the great little ball that certainly has a big role in American history :
Approximately 600,000 baseballs are used by all Major League teams combined during the course of a season. The average baseball remains in play for only five to seven pitches in a Major League game. Each ball must weigh between 5 and 5.25 ounces (141.75-148.83 grams) and measure between 9 and 9.25 inches (22.86-23.49 centimeters) in circumference to conform to Major League standards.
Balls also make great gifts for people of any age and we have three great balls on A8 New York for purchase . The LEMON BALL baseballs are classic baseballs inspired by the original lemon peel style base-ball from the early 19th Century, the ideal gift for any baseball fan.
The A8 Logo baseball is a softer ball for fun indoor or outdoor use and a fun desk top decoration that can be grabbed and tossed about as a stress reliever and all round play toy.
Then a ball of a different shape the football ( perfect for a Super Bowl party ) the LEATHER HEAD SPORTS Football the hand crafted all leather classic football that makes a wonderful gift for any football fan .
So whether you are a sports fan or not, we suggest you get your hands on a ball and indulge in this classic American pastime.