Rawlings Elite High School Game Ball

As a travel coach, purchasing game balls for high school level players is a bit of a daunting task. There are so many variations in each brand and it's not always clear what the difference is between different versions. We play an all tournament schedule and are often asked to provide our own game balls. So I spent a lot of time looking for a baseball that I felt met the right quality standard but didn't wipe out our budget. I believe the R100-H3 fits the bill. First off, it has the NFHS and NOCSAE stamps, so nobody can question whether it's a legal ball. From what I could tell, there are minor differences between the different Rawlings High School Game balls (RNF, and the R100 H1, H2, and H3). From my research, the RNF is the lowest price- the core has composite cork and rubber. From there, starting with this ball, the H3, up to the H1, the price increases along with premium features. All of the R100 H models have a cushioned cork center. The H3 and H2 have a standard raised seam. The H1 has what Rawlings calls Superstitch High Seam technology and premium wool windings, while the others have standard wool windings. And the H2 and H1 have "extra innings technology," which as I understand it, means it has an extra protective layer under the leather that keeps them from absorbing water, which leads to more longevity. So for me, the H3 met my needs and expectations for a high quality game ball and at affordable price. No complaints and unless I knew we were getting all of the balls back from tournaments, I don't see a reason to invest more in the premium features.