ORIGINAL: longrifle1000
And as for the "wound that is about the dimensions of a size 5 soccer ball", I didn't know soccer balls came in different sizes. And where is the proof of this claim? Show me a slab of balistics gel, that shows wound dimensions and penetration depths.
They do come in sizes. A size 5 is the largest, and is standard for high school, collegiate and FIFA play. Essentially, its regulation size. It has a diameter right around 8 inches, and a circumference of between 27-28" to comply with international rules. The smaller sizes are used for smaller players, such as younger children. For perspective purposes, its larger than a volleyball and slightly smaller than a basketball.
An 8" diameter wound cavity on a whitetail deer, at least on your average size doe in my part of the world, may very well cut it in half.
S1, good luck with your future endeavors.