When it comes to soccer rebounders, you can never be too careful. If they aren't well made, they can fall over, seriously injuring those that are using it. Before going into how to find a quality soccer rebounder, let's go into what they are and what they are and are not for.

Most people use soccer rebounders to practice goal kicking or passing. I especially like them for practice goal shooting, because you can see exactly where you're hitting and how the ball is affected by spin. Lastly, if you're a goalie you can see which areas are most difficult for you to defend, and exercise those areas more.

Now, there are two main types of soccer rebounders: the T frame types than stand on long 'legs' to stay upright, and those that are staked into the ground. Personally, I prefer the T frames better. Why? They're much more portable, can be set on a hard surface (such as a parking lot or driveway), and don't tear huge holes in your yard. Also, I try to avoid sharp objects around my kids as much as possible. Also, if the ground is soft, after a few kicks the stake type rebounder will lean, which is very annoying. But, find whichever type works better for you.

If you decide on the T frame type, just make sure that the legs stick out far enough that the rebounder is almost impossible to knock over. Even more importantly, make sure that no one who is going to use the rebounder will climb on it. They are not intended for this, and it can be very dangerous if someone is on top of the rebounder and it falls over.

Regardless of which type you choose, there are a few key points to keep in mind. Make sure that the material will stand up to the elements, so it won't rust over time. While plastics and vinyl are great building materials for rebounders, make sure that the plastic is not brittle, and make sure that the frame is not so light that the wind can move it. If this is an issue, simply buy a few sandbags from a hardware store and put them on the legs. It is especially important that the plastic does not shatter if it breaks, because it will leave sharp edges that will damage a ball or harm the user.



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