The Story Behind the Ball
A kid who felt it built the fix
I grew up in Ethiopia kicking a soccer ball on the road with my neighbours. By the end of the day it was always destroyed. Getting a new one wasn't easy. So at 9 years old, I hand-stitched a ball myself — just to understand how it worked. Then I found real suppliers and built my own prototype.
On my 10th birthday, I launched AmaniBall.
"In the last 4 years, my family moved across 3 continents. New schools. New friends. Never long enough to feel at home."
I tried keeping up with friends abroad through video games and got lost in screens. That's when I decided AmaniBall wasn't just about a durable ball. It was about getting kids back outside. And back to their families.
My mom never let me lose myself. She worked out with me. Pushed me. Stayed close even when I drifted. I want to build that for other moms and sons too.
Questions?
What age is this for? +
The ball works for all ages. The 7-game course is built for moms and sons aged 7–12 — the age where connection starts to drift.
When does the course arrive? +
The ball ships in 3–5 business days. Course access is instant — you'll get an email with your Skool link immediately after purchase.
I know nothing about soccer — does that matter? +
Not at all. The games are designed so your son leads and you follow. No skills needed. The point is connection — not competition.
What if my son doesn't want to play? +
Game #1 is built for reluctant kids. It doesn't feel forced. It feels like something he actually wants to do. Most moms say their son picks up the ball within minutes of it arriving.
What's the 30-Day Smile Guarantee? +
Play all 7 games within 30 days. If your son doesn't smile — if you don't feel something shift — email us for a full refund. No questions, no hassle.