adidas Prime- MLS Matchball

It’s out with the old and in with the new as MLS heads into 2012. A new expansion team, a new schedule, a set of new jerseys and now you can add a new official match ball to the list.

MLS and adidas on Tuesday unveiled the new adidas PRIME, which replaces the adidas Jabulani ball beginning in 2012. Designed exclusively for MLS, the adidas PRIME was created to improve on “accuracy, consistency and performance” under all field and weather conditions, according to adidas.

“We worked directly with both field players and goalies to rigorously develop a ball with the truest and most stable flight path,” said adidas’ MLS manager, Ernesto Bruce, in a statement.

The aesthetics of the ball also change and will feature a new panel design, a matte finish designed for a better grip and a graphic look that employs the colors of the MLS logo and elements from the MLS Cup trophy.

• Official Match Ball of the MLS
• The new official match ball for the 2012 MLS season is designed to improve accuracy, consistency and performance, the PRIME is created exclusively for MLS with a unique graphic design and will be used by all 19 clubs beginning in 2012.
• The adidas PRIME’s new panel design provides more accurate and consistent ball movement to support the modern soccer game which is faster than ever. The Prime also features a matte finish for better grip and improved sealing for better performance in all weather conditions. FIFA approved

The new MLS official match ball is available exclusively at the league’s official online store, MLSGear.com. What do you think of the new ball? Leave a comment below.