Abstract: A lighted ball is disclosed which comprises a spherical body of soft, pliable, transparent rubber having a plurality of LEDs embedded in the body. An electrical switch with push button action is embedded in the body and connected in circuit with a battery set for energizing the LEDs. In one embodiment, a removable closure is provided in a battery passage for battery replacement. In other embodiments, a rechargeable battery set is permanently disposed within the body and an access passage is provided for battery charging. A recharging connector inside the ball is connected with the battery terminal and receives a pin type recharging plug through the access passage in the ball.