The POINT Ball is a 3D-printed tennis ball conceived by Noé Chouraqui to replicate the bounce and feel of conventional balls while drastically reducing waste. Traditional tennis balls contribute to hundreds of millions discarded annually. By using additive manufacturing and a pressureless structure, Chouraqui has created a one-piece design that preserves playability while lowering environmental impact by up to 90 percent.

The design maintains key performance attributes such as bounce, flight, and grip through precise geometry and surface texture enabled by 3D printing. As a recyclable, single-material alternative, POINT reframes what a tennis ball can be—an object where form, function, and sustainability intersect. The project signals a compelling shift in sports design, turning a simple piece of equipment into a circular manufacturing success story that aligns with the growing demand for environmentally conscious innovation in athletics.

Image Credit: Noé Chouraqui