[Jon Stratis]

Originally Posted by bduddy

I'm surprised that no one else has mentioned the implication, that is, that it doesn't appear that the game piece this year will be something universally available such as a soccer ball.

Almost every year I can think of the game piece wasn't universally available. It's not like there's only 1 brand and model of soccer ball, or basketball, or frisbee... and depending on mechanism and goal, even the slightest difference in material, size, shape, or weight could have a huge impact. Having the exact brand and model of the game piece really is important.