WHICH RUGBY BALL IS RIGHT FOR ME?
BALL GUIDE
When it comes to every training and every match, you want a reliable, durable and innovative rugby ball. About XV rugby balls feature ultramodern grip design to maintain peak performance and in seam valves to augment spin and flight.
Determine the grip and size options that are best for you using our guide below.
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RUGBY BALL GRIP
MICRO GRIP
The “standard” grip style that perfectly balances grip with kicking distance. The grip on a rugby ball must be considered carefully to balance how easy a ball is to catch versus how far it can be kicked or passed.
HEX GRIP
The innovative design of Hex Grip balls feature a varying dimple structure. The specialized grip structure results in the best grip of any rugby ball - in any terrain.
SIZE AND SHAPE
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Under 15 and up
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Under 10, U11, U12, U13, U14
Length – 275mm (10.8 inches)
Circ Length – 720mm (28.3 inches)
Circ Girth – 555mm (21.9 inches)
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Under 7, U8, U9
Length – 255mm (10 inches)
Circ Length – 680mm (26.8 inches)
Circ Girth – 540mm (21.3 inches)
WORLD RUGBY REQUIREMENTS
World Rugby requires seven things for all official rugby balls.
1. The ball is oval and made of four panels.
2. It has dimensions as shown here:
3. It weighs 410-460 grams.
4. Smaller balls may be used for matches between young players.
5. The ball is made of leather or a suitable synthetic material. It may be treated to make it water resistant and easier to grip.
6. Its air pressure at the start of play is 65.71-68.75 kilopascals, 0.67-0.70 kilograms per square centimeter, or 9.5-10.0 pounds per square inch.
7. Spare balls may be available during a match.
