Best Volleyball for 8-Year-Olds: Regulation vs. Lighter Balls

Question
Hi.  I want to get my eight year old her first volleyball.  Is it best to start with regulation weight or a lighter one?

Answer
Amy,

I think that would depend on the rules governing your volleyball association.  In New York they only play with regulation balls.  I believe in parts of California they use the lite ball.  I would get the ball she will be playing and practicing with.

Good Luck,
Steve