Add the cookies to a food processor, pulse them, and then add the ricotta.
Roll the mixture into the shape of footballs, and then freeze it for about 30 minutes.
Combine the chocolate and shortening, and then microwave them for about 1 minute.
Stir the mixture, and then microwave it for about 1 more minute.
Coat the footballs in the chocolate mixture, refrigerate them for about 15 minutes, and then add the icing.
Notes
Rolling the cookie mixture into balls and then pinching the edges will create a football shape. We used decorating icing from a tube to draw on the laces!