Posted by Rafa Gonzales

The Mitre Tensile Football is the official ball of the Scottish Premier League and there are many factors that make it an ideal choice. Its design makes it perfect for use in the frequently harsh weather conditions seen in Scotland and improved overall control has seen it welcomed by players and coaches alike.

Unlike many other footballs, the Mitre Tensile only uses ten panels in its construction and as a result, there is thirty per cent less stitching than other, similar balls that have been used in the past. Fewer balls and less stitching mean that it flies through the air in a more consistent trajectory and it is less prone to unnatural swerving as it travels.

The overall aerodynamics of the football are further enhanced by the material used in its construction. Clarino micro fibre is the key component in the production process and it is this material that makes the Mitre Tensile flow fast and true.

However, one of the key reasons why this football is popular with the Scottish FA is its consistenc in all weathers. Many games in Scotland are postponed in the winter months due to either snow, frost, rain or a combination of any of those factors.

Many games that are played see icy or heavy, waterlogged pitches but the Tensile`s design copes with them perfectly. The Clarino Micro Fibre, coupled with the reduction in panels and stitching means that the ball grips better on any surface and the players have far more control over the football as a result.
That grip is consistent irrespective of whether the game is played on a firm surface on a hot day, or on a boggy pitch in the middle of winter. The roll and flight of the ball is true no matter what and the Tensile ball resists the exaggerated bounce of hard pitches and it will travel superbly on the wettest of surfaces.
Its unique design has been endorsed by players in Scotland and in England`s Npower Championship where the Mitre Tensile has also been introduced. Footballers and coaches affirm that their control is greater than other footballs and the flight and pace of the ball is consistent every time.

Goalkeepers are also far happier with the introduction of the Mitre Tensile because it doesn`t move unnaturally in the air. Opponents can still use their skill to put swerve on the football but the Tensile doesn`t get affected by wind or air pressure that could make it move about as it travels towards goal.
Naturally, the Mitre Tensile Football complies with all the regulations laid down by the game`s governing body FIFA. The laws state that the weight of a compliant football must be between 410 and 450 grammes whilst the minimum circumference must be 68 millimetres and this can increase up to a top limit of 70.

The Mitre Tensile football has been made available for sale to the public and they can now be found in a www.sportsballshop.co.uk anywhere in the UK. They are a great investment for individuals and for local amateur teams thanks to their unique design and revolutionary technology.