Soccer Equipment

Compared to hockey or  football, the sport of soccer does not need very much equipment. To play a simple game of soccer, all you really need is two goals and a ball.

A professional soccer equipment set would consist of cleats. These are running shoes which are specially designed for running on a soccer field. A professional soccer player would also use shin pads, with long socks over them. This is to protect the lower legs from being hurt when kicking or receiving a soccer ball.

Soccer balls come in a variety of sizes, ranging from 1 to 5. Size 1 and2 are considered promotional soccer balls, and are not used for playing a game. The lower the age of the players, the lower the size of ball should be used. Professional soccer associations use size 5 balls for anyone over the age of 12 years old.

For more information, or to purchase soccer equipment, visit www.soccer.com