WILSON US Open Youth Tennis Balls
- Number of Packs: 1
- Material Type: Cotton
- Ball Type: Tennis Ball
- Item Weight: 0.26 pounds
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A properly sized, deeply slowed starter ball for the youngest beginners, not a general purpose tennis ball.
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ASIN: B005VQJLIKCategory: Tennis Balls
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Overview
Wilson's stage 3 red-dot ball for the youngest 10-and-under players, sized up with a 75mm felt surface and low compression that flies about 75% slower than a regular ball so ages 5-8 can track and make contact.
This is the entry stage in USTA's three-ball progression, red then orange then green, before kids graduate to full-compression yellow balls, and the enlarged 75mm surface plus deep slowdown exist specifically so beginners can see and hit the ball rather than swing through air. It works best paired with a shortened court and a lighter racquet, as the stage is designed.
- Stage 3 red starter ball
- 75mm felt, larger than a standard ball
- About 75% slower flight than a regular ball
- Built for ages 5-8
Who it's for
Parents and coaches introducing kids ages 5-8 to tennis, or anyone running a USTA red-ball stage 3 program.
Pros and cons
- Sized and slowed specifically for ages 5-8
- Large 75mm felt surface easier for beginners to track
- Not usable for regulation full-court or adult play
Performance notes
The 75mm felt surface is noticeably larger than a standard 2.7 inch ball, and paired with the low-compression core it slows flight enough that a beginner has real time to react, though the ball will not behave like a regulation ball once a player moves to a full court.
Specifications
| Brand | Wilson |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.26 pounds |
| Item Diameter | 3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Youth |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Cotton |
| Color | Red |
| Construction Type | Felt |
| Included components | |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Unit Count | 3 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | As labelled |
| Other details | |
| Ball Type | Tennis Ball |
| Sport Type | Tennis |
| Number of Items | 3 |
Frequently asked questions
What stage is the Wilson US Open Youth red ball for?
It is the stage 3 red-ball level, the first step in USTA's 10-and-under progression, meant for ages 5-8.
How much slower is it than a regular tennis ball?
Wilson lists it as about 75% slower than a standard ball.
Can an older kid or adult use this ball?
It is sized and slowed for beginner 5-8 year olds; older players should move up to orange stage 2 or standard yellow balls.