Gilbert

Gilbert has made rugby balls since 1823 and is the official match ball supplier to Rugby World Cup and the Six Nations. If a ball has been kicked at the highest level of the game, it was almost certainly a Gilbert.

At McSport Ireland we stock the full Gilbert range — from the G-TR3000 and G-TR4000 training balls that clubs buy by the dozen, to Omega and Barbarian match balls and Ireland and British and Irish Lions supporter balls.

• Training balls — G-TR3000 and G-TR4000 in sizes 3, 4 and 5, including size 5 10 packs
• Match balls — Omega, Barbarian 2.0 and KINETICA Elite
• Supporter balls — Ireland International replica and British and Irish Lions 2025 balls
• Accessories — telescopic kicking tees, breathable ball bags and fine mesh 12-ball bags

Gilbert rugby: common questions

What rugby ball size does each age group need? Size 3 for under-9 and below, size 4 for roughly under-10 to under-14, and size 5 as the full senior match size from under-15 upward.

What is the difference between the G-TR3000 and G-TR4000? Both are training balls. The G-TR4000 uses a more durable grip surface and heavier-duty construction for high-volume squad training, while the G-TR3000 is the entry-level option for schools and recreational use.

Gilbert or Rhino for club training? Gilbert is the match ball standard and the reference for feel and flight. Rhino is strong on training volume and ball packs. Many clubs run Gilbert match balls with a mix of both for training. See also Centurion for contact equipment.

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