Basketball has been my life since the 4th grade. My dad introduced me to this beautiful sport. My dad was blassed with five girls. At first he was a little dissapointed because he is about the biggest sport finatic there is. Lucky he was able to share his love for sports with one of his daughters, which was me. He has taught me everything I know. I remeber in 8th grade my dad bought me my first and only nice inside basketball. That was the Spalding TF1000 ZK Pro Basketball. This basketball was amazing. When I was playing high school ball, I was hoping that we would use this same ball. Luckily my wish came true. This was the basketball that was used in my high school basketball games.

<b>Bounce<b>
This ball is able to create just the right amount of bounce. It doesn't bounce to high or to low. It comes right back up where you want the ball at. THis is perfect for when you have a break away done the court.

<b>Grip<b>
For a girl it is hard to be able to grip a basketball, but with the Spalding TF1000 ZK Pro Basketball it is possible. The grip seems to be just perfect for dribbling, passing, and shooting. This ball does not slip around in your hands like some basketballs do. It grips perfectly!

<b>Size<b>
The Spalding TF1000 ZK Pro Basketball is the standard size for a women's basketball. It is 28.5", just the way it should be. With the basketball being the right size, it helps your accuracy in dribbling, passing, ans shooting when using another standard size basketball.

<b>Lasting<b>
I received the Spalding TF1000 ZK Pro Basketball when I was in 8th grade. I am now a freshmen in College and the basketball is still in great shape. During this time period that basketball has gone through a lot it has been used practically everyday since I received it. I would practice year round with my dad expect for on sundays. The grip is still as strong as it used to be and does not slip around in your hands. My youngest sister is now using that basketball and with her little ten year old hands she needs all the grip she can get. This basketball is so great that after all of these years it still is in great shape, and my little sister has no problems with the ball.

When looking for a great basketball you want to make sure it is the right size for the person who will be using it, has a great grip but not too much, right bounce, and that it will last. The Spalding TF1000 ZK Pro Basketball has all of these qualities. It has definitely helped me a lot in better my talent in playing basketball, and it will do the same for anyone who has this basketball and is willing to put in the time and effort.