A Soccer Ball That Never Wears Out

Tim Jahnigen had a vision for a soccer ball that would eliminate the need for the hand-sewn leather balls typically donated by relief agencies. But he needed some help to make it a reality.
yellowcsays...

"Chevrolet has pledged to donate 1.5 million One World Futbols over three years"

You did but it's ok, those kids aren't going to buy Chevrolet's any time soon, that's advertising for the people who buy a ball to send a ball.

brycewi19said:

Did I just see a Chevrolet logo branded on this thing?

SevenFingerssays...

I totally understand your views, especially here where I live its a throw it away buy a new one society. But I'm thinking these balls are meant for villages and small communities that do not have the throw it away mentality, at least that's what I'm hoping it's for.

renatojjsaid:

If it's indestructible, it's not biodegradable.

Sorry, I can't endorse this.

Fletchsays...

I think he was kidding.

Ok, when are we going to see shoes and tires made out of this stuff?

SevenFingerssaid:

I totally understand your views, especially here where I live its a throw it away buy a new one society. But I'm thinking these balls are meant for villages and small communities that do not have the throw it away mentality, at least that's what I'm hoping it's for.

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