Keep your sports equipment inflated with the MacGregor Inflation Needles, 3 pieces. It can be used for basketballs, soccer balls, and footballs at home, school, or gyms. This needle is durable and easy to use. It is compatible with all types of pumps and both sports and plays with inflatable balls. The inflation needle is made of double-plated chrome and it can be used by ages 8 and up. Inflating instructions: Check to be sure the needles is clean. Moisten needle. Insert into valve vertically using rotating motion (turn the needle into the valve). Place the ball on the ground or table after inserting the needle. After inflating, remove vertically with the same rotating motion.