If an Elite Footballer Could Wear Heavier Boots Without Affecting

Multiple Choice

If an elite footballer could wear heavier boots without affecting his physical performance (e.g. running speed) or kicking mechanics, how might this affect the final velocity of the ball immediately following a maximal instep kick?

A) The ball's final velocity might go up or down
B) The ball's final velocity would be increased
C) The ball's final velocity would be unchanged
D) The ball's final velocity would be reduced
E) The mass of the footballer's boots would not influence the ball's final velocity