After one kicks it, does the ball return in a way that could be used to practice as a keeper?
1681503
Yes. I would extend the cord to the furthest length. The keeper can practice punting the ball and the return ball with come back bouncing, or the can kick it off the ground and the ball will return lower. The harder you kick it the harder it returns. My children (ages 8, 11, and 13) use it with every aspect of soccer, from kicks and punts to throw-ins and trapping. I have even allowed them to use it in the house with the cord shortened all of the way to reduce the distance the ball is kicked and with added instructions for them get the ball on the ground and not to kick too hard.
1357544
not entirely, adidas packs the item in a cardboard framed box. you'll need to add air before kicking/playing
634835
I personally don't leave it outside. But there's a review on the online store Soccer.com (http://www.soccer.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Merchant_Id=1&query;=can+you+leave+Tekk+Trainer+Rebounder+Goal+&N;=0&Product;_Id=1740173) that says they leave the tekk trainer outside all the time. The reviewer said, " I have found the construction to hold up pretty well, we have had it for 1.5yrs now and despite a little fading on the letters the net, frame and bungee cords have held up well. It is always left outside in the North Carolina heat and throughout the winter." Hope that helps. I personally don't leave it outside. But there's a review on the online store Soccer.com (http://www.soccer.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Merchant_Id=1&query;=can+you+leave+Tekk+Trainer+Rebounder+Goal+&N;=0&Product;_Id=1740173) that says they leave the tekk trainer outside all the time. The reviewer said, " I have found the construction to hold up pretty well, we have had it for 1.5yrs now and despite a little fading on the letters the net, frame and bungee cords have held up well. It is always left outside in the North Carolina heat and throughout the winter." Hope... » Read More I personally don't leave it outside. But there's a review on the online store Soccer.com (http://www.soccer.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Merchant_Id=1&query;=can+you+leave+Tekk+Trainer+Rebounder+Goal+&N;=0&Product;_Id=1740173) that says they leave the tekk trainer outside all the time. The reviewer said, " I have found the construction to hold up pretty well, we have had it for 1.5yrs now and despite a little fading on the letters the net, frame and bungee cords have held up well. It is always left outside in the North Carolina heat and throughout the winter." Hope that helps. « Show Less
1186890
If not used properly, the cable can become jammed at the end where height adjustment of the ball is made. That's what happened to the portable trainer I have when used by my son's 13/14yr old teammates. A college hitter shouldn't have that problem. As long as contact with the ball is proper and consistent, he can get hundreds of repetitions. I also recommend not leaving it outside where the weather can cause the ball to deteriorate. Fun gift though.
873478
Absolutely. It is hollowed out and is not as big as a regular soccer ball, so it is definitely easy to kick without pain. Our dog loves it. The only problem is that he's so good, it's hard to keep it away from him.
1479175
No, of course not. Takes lots of practice time to somewhat control the ball, but it's not a precision mechanism, so don't expect getting a strike100% of the time.
147841
I don't play soccer but I do train clients and teach classes, on my feet all day.it is comfortable but I do sweat a lot in it. its does stay in place for most of the day. if I wear it over like my jeans it doesn't stay put,but under clothes and of course shorts it does stay.They do give small pads to put in but they aren't recommended for long use. after wearing it awhile I do have grooves on the side of my leg because I still have some swelling from the torn meniscus.i hope that helps. I found a video through you tube with a guy demonstrating this brace. its the one reason I purchased it. it was highly recommeneded by a few ppl. I don't play soccer but I do train clients and teach classes, on my feet all day.it is comfortable but I do sweat a lot in it. its does stay in place for most of the day. if I wear it over like my jeans it doesn't stay put,but under clothes and of course shorts it does stay.They do give small pads to put in but they aren't recommended for long use. after wearing it awhile I do have grooves on the side of my leg because I still have some swelling from the torn meniscus.i hope that helps. I found a video through you tube with a guy demonstrating this brace. its the one reason I purchased it.... » Read More I don't play soccer but I do train clients and teach classes, on my feet all day.it is comfortable but I do sweat a lot in it. its does stay in place for most of the day. if I wear it over like my jeans it doesn't stay put,but under clothes and of course shorts it does stay.They do give small pads to put in but they aren't recommended for long use. after wearing it awhile I do have grooves on the side of my leg because I still have some swelling from the torn meniscus.i hope that helps. I found a video through you tube with a guy demonstrating this brace. its the one reason I purchased it. it was highly recommeneded by a few ppl. « Show Less
702083
Yes. A nice thing about the way they did it is that there is a very flexible ring around the ball that (1) keeps dust, etc., out, and (2) allows the ball to be snapped out for cleaning, and (3) keeps the ball from rolling out. There is a hole in the bottom of it where you can push your finger against the ball to snap it past this flexible ring. I just did it and it works great.
1634210
The ball is hollow and rigid. I don't know about retaining shape if it had a hole since mine doesn't have one.
648136
My instructions say to reactivate it you would re-wet, wring out and shake. I use it for racquetball and have only done that and it keeps it without sweat, etc.
1846441
I would think it would be very limited. First the pitcher would have to be so close to get a consistent accurate return back to oneself that if a batter would actually hit the ball it then would be possibly placing the pitcher in danger of being hit directly or even the ball deflecting back into the batter if one doesn't swing. If that makes sense. With a lot of practice however its possible this can be achieved. But practice first to get the return of CONSISTENT accuracy down.
510361
Yes. A small ball that you have to inflate. My son and his buddies play with this goal all the time.
2256690
If you mean returning balls so as to field or catch, no. It merely catches them.
804036
One side gets the ball then you move it 90 deg so the ball will stay there.
2155094
It will work, but some shots will be tight. The ball return is kind of small.
149564
I don't think so. When I received mine it was broken, missing the ball on one side, I would not recommend purchasing this item.
1522242
None, it works by gravity. There is a slight elevation which makes the ball roll back to you.