World Netball has solidified its long-standing relationship with Gilbert by renewing the partnership for an additional four years.
The British sports equipment manufacturer will continue as the official ball supplier for the governing body.
As part of the extended agreement, the manufacturer will provide match balls for all major World Netball events, including the Netball World Cup, the Netball World Youth Cup, and the FAST5 Netball World Series. The company has been a trusted partner of the global netball governing body since 2005.
Speaking on the exciting news Richard Gray, CEO of Commercial at Gilbert, said, “We are delighted to have renewed our partnership with World Netball, meaning that we will now supply the official ball for the FAST5 Netball World Series 2024, Netball World Youth Cup 2025 Gibraltar and the Netball World Cup 2027 Sydney.
“We are very proud that this will be attending our 6th consecutive Netball World Cup with Gilbert netballs being the ball of choice.
“We look forward to continuing to support World Netball to develop the sport globally.”
World Netball’s Interim CEO, Vicky Lowe, added, “We are thrilled to be continuing to work with Gilbert Netball for another four years.
“Gilbert is a long-standing partner of World Netball who supports our commitment to driving game development and the worldwide delivery of a portfolio of thrilling world-class events, and we look forward to building on this strategic partnership with them as we continue growing, playing and inspiring.”
Beyond supplying match balls, the official ball partner will donate over 4,000 legacy balls to support youth and community netball initiatives.
The extended partnership is expected to enhance netball’s global profile and inspire future generations of players.
Gilbert is a leading British sports equipment manufacturer with a rich heritage dating back to 1823. Renowned globally for its rugby balls, the brand has been an iconic presence at every Rugby World Cup since 1995. Beyond rugby, the ball supplier offers a diverse range of equipment for sports including netball, demonstrating its commitment to supporting athletes across various disciplines. With a steadfast focus on quality and innovation, Gilbert has earned the trust of athletes worldwide. The British sports equipment manufacturing brand inked a new long-term association with Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR).
World Netball is the international governing body dedicated to the growth and development of netball. Based in Manchester, England, it oversees the sport globally, establishing rules, organizing major competitions like the Netball World Cup, and maintaining global rankings. The netball world governing body is committed to inspiring and empowering people through netball, making the sport accessible to all.