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How Can I Recycle Old Soccer Balls?

Who has COPA & “Football” fever?!

As an ex-soccer player, I know I have tons of old soccer balls piled up in a storage room at home. Have you too retired from you high school/college soccer playing days?

Where to recycle soccer balls

Here are some ideas on recycling your old soccer balls.

Donate old soccer balls:

Are you old soccer balls still in decent condition? Consider donating to PeacePassers. The company partners with individuals and non-profit agencies to deliver gear to underprivileged domestic and international communities.

If your old soccer balls aren’t in great shape, check our your local SPCA’s page; most likely, they’ll be happy to take your old gear off your hands. Soccer balls make great play toys for dogs!

Reuse soccer balls:

Use an old, deflated ball in your garage. Soccer balls work great when hung from a ceiling as a mark for where to park your car. The soft texture won’t damage your car, and will help protect your vehicle from hitting a wall.

If you’re the creative type and like crafting, try taking your old soccer ball and making a unique purse. This site has some other imaginative ideas of how to repurpose your old sporting gear.

How have you reused or donated old soccer balls in the past?

 

Julia Knable

Julia Knable was an Editorial Intern in 2014. She studied Marketing and Management Information Systems at the Fox School at Temple University. After a summer internship at Terracycle inspired her to learn about what she could do to help and protect our ever-changing planet, she ended up with a stint at Green Philly. Along with her passion for sustainability, Julia enjoys exploring Philadelphia and trying all the vegetarian hotspots she can get her hands on.

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