These are the best types of balls. I play professionally, on the beach, with coed league and we used it everyday for every practice and game. Then I use it at parties and on the weekends when we play on the grass and on cement as well. It has made it through so much play and is still standing in great shape. This is the best color to get, as it's really bright and especially great to use at night. It's not too hard or too soft when it comes, it was just perfect. I am really glad I purchase this volleyball - especially this color.