OldBalls

01/07/2020

M A K E ~ A ~ B A L L

What can you make out of an Old ball? Check out Mr B’s Makerspace-https://youtu.be/Uc6sW3-sBiE

11/06/2020

03/06/2020

C H A N G E ~ A ~ B A L L

16/05/2020

C A R E ~ A ~ B A L L

Want to know how to take care of your balls? have laid it all out for us, see their guide below!

And remember, if your not using them, it’s time to give them to us! Who will make sure they are given a second life!

Inflation and Air Pressure.

All balls should be inflated to the correct pressure of 9.5 psi.

For optimum performance from Gilbert match balls, do not overinflate balls and then reduce the pressure down to 9.5psi – this can cause balls to lose their shape and affect performance. Once a ball has been overinflated, it will never return to its original, intended and optimal shape.

Before use, check the pressure and adjust accordingly as slight variations of ball pressure can occur due to the natural materials used in the bladder and changes in external climate.

We recommend only using the stirrup pump (or another hand pump) to inflate the balls - inflation using a compressor or airline is not recommended as it can lead to over inflation, which can cause the properties of the ball to change.

Cleaning.

Before each training session or match, you should clean your rugby ball to remove any mud or residue. Do this with a soft cloth, a light detergent and warm water to ensure the grip is kept in its optimum condition for the maximum length of time.

Storing.

After a wet winters game, your ball needs to be stored in the optimum conditions to prolong its life. This means keeping your ball in a dry environment. Even though the ball is waterproof, if left in a damp setting, tiny amounts of water will accumulate inside and eventually increase the weight of the ball. This will ultimately affect your performance on the field and the ball will not last as long!

11/05/2020

G R O W ~ A ~ B A L L

Setbacks can also be opportunities! What do you use your old balls for? If the answer is nothing, then why not donate them to those who don’t have any to play with. Or check out our competition to design our new product. Go on, become an Oldballer

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08/05/2020

V E ~ R Y ~ S P E C I A L ~ B A L L

We will meet again! If you have Old balls, why not remember them properly by making them new again. Give it a second life. Go on get in touch, become an Oldballer......

23/04/2020

S U P P O R T ~ A N~ O L D B A L L

We need your support now more than ever. So, if you can make a donation (big or small), it would mean the world to us and our partners.

Many of our fundraising events in the UK have been postponed or cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Whilst we are all hopeful many of these events will go ahead at a later date, we are left struggling to maintain our support to those that need it most. Go on, become an Oldballer.

Weʼre raising money to help us buy new sports balls to give to those who don’t have any. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

12/04/2020

D E S I G N ~ A ~ B A L L

Know anyone that fancies themselves as a bit of a creative genius? Maybe they are the winner of Design an Old Ball? How to enter…

DESIGN OUR NEXT PRODUCT

Can you create something from using an Old, broken or unwanted Ball? Take a look at what products we currently have on our website, link in bio. What else can you think a ball can be used or turned into? The more original designs and ideas the better, just get creating and designing. Send your designs to: [email protected]

We’ll announce the winners in June, with the prize being your design being made into an actual product, for you then to take home. Good Luck Oldballers!

11/04/2020

H U N T ~ A ~ B A L L

With it being Easter weekend and everyone is stuck at home, we thought we would set everyone a challenge! Are you up for it?

Whilst at home this weekend, why not take a look in the garden, shed or garage for any old, broken or unwanted balls laying around!

How many did you find? Want to donate them to those who don’t have any? Get in touch. Go on, become an Old Baller!

Highest number listed here wins an old ball goodie bag!

10/04/2020

H U N T ~ A ~ B A L L

With it being Good Friday and Easter weekend, we thought we would set everyone a challenge! Are you up for it?

Whilst at home this weekend, why not take a look in the garden, shed or garage for any old, broken or unwanted balls laying around!

How many did you find? Want to donate them to those who don’t have any? Get in touch. Go on, become an Old Baller!

Highest number listed here wins an old ball goodie bag!

04/04/2020

S T A Y ~ A T ~ H O M E

21/03/2020

Stay safe guys ❤️❤️❤️

13/03/2020

Now more than ever

26/02/2020

D O N A T E ~ A ~ B A L L

The biggest rugby tournament in the world is only a month away!

Are you attending? Or even playing?

If you are, why not bring any old or unwanted balls you have at home or at school with you, to donate to those who don’t have any to play with.

Go on! Share the love of sport, and become an Oldballer.

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18/02/2020

BE ~K I N D~ W I TH ~ A ~ B A L L

We believe that Kindness should involve a ball! Have you got balls at home that you want to donate? Then please get in touch, so we can rescue, and reuse them.

Check out our shop for our old ball products. Go on become an Oldballer. You won’t be disappointed.

For every purchase this month, we are giving you a free “Be Kind” stress ball! Be kind!

03/02/2020

M O T I V A T I O N ~A ~ B A L L

Saw this and thought of you. We know you have OldBalls laying around at home, club or school? Get in touch, we will make them new again..........

01/02/2020

N A T I O N~ A~ B A L L

It’s a big weekend!

A lot of national pride on display. Brexit and the start of the Six Nations! Who are you supporting?

The Gentleman’s Ball, is the perfect away day travel bag. 100% made from a up-cycled rugby ball. Wrapped in a leather, with a choice of colours! With 50% of the profits going to buy new balls to give to those who don’t have a ball to play with. Everyone’s a winner! Go on, become an Oldballer, and pick one of these up before you next travel with style.

@ Stade de France

24/01/2020

W A S T E ~ A ~ B A L L

Waste not, want not! Check out our OldBalls made basketball case! Like it? Get in touch or go onto the webpage and pick one up!

We were delighted some of our pupils featured on BBC Look East news last night, showcasing our partnership with Waste Wise Kids and the work our children and the Eco Club do for the environment, through reusing, reducing, repurposing and recycling. The Headmaster puts in an appearance too! Here’s the link to BBC iPlayer, we are on at 19 minute and 10 seconds:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m000dnws/look-east-west-evening-news-23012020

22/01/2020

H U G | A | B A L L

Do you remember your first ball?

17/01/2020

W A L L E T ~ A ~ B A L L

Feeling the pinch this January? That’s ok, these wallets are only £10. Drop us a message to pick one up!

50% of all sales go to buying new balls! Go on, join the club and help us spread the love of Balls.

04/01/2020

T A G ~ A ~ B A L L

Thank you to everyone who donated a ball last year. We want more this year! 10,000 balls is our target!

If you have any old, broken or unwanted balls, which you want to donate, get in touch, we will gladly take them off your hands.

50% of the balls we receive through donations can be given straight out to those who don’t have any!

The other 50%, are upcycled into a variety of bespoke products.

Which we then sell, to generate funds to buy new balls, to give to people who don’t have any! Win-Win!

If you play a sport with balls, you know who you are ⚽️🏀🏈🏉🏐. Become an Oldballer. And, Help us help others, and get your club, school, team to contact us: [email protected]

29/12/2019

N E T ~ A ~ B A L L

We hope everyone had a lovely Christmas break, its now time to get back out there!

25/12/2019

M E R R Y~ B A L L

We would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year!

If you received a New ball as a present, we hope you enjoy playing with it. And remember, don’t forget your old ball, or you don’t need or want it anymore donate it and give it a new life. Get in touch!

Or if you received an Old ball product as a present, we really hope you like it. Welcome to the club! Show your mates, and spread the love.

21/12/2019

T H A N K~ A ~B A L L

R U G B Y

The Reverend William Webb Ellis (24 November 1806 – 24 January 1872) was an English Anglican clergyman and the supposed inventor of rugby football while a pupil at Rugby School. According to legend, Webb Ellis picked up the ball and ran with it during a school football match in 1823, thus creating the 'rugby' style of play. Although the story has become firmly entrenched in the sport's folklore, it is not supported by substantive evidence, and is discounted by most rugby historians as an origin myth.

Who ever, and wherever the game of rugby was invented. We would like to Thank you!

Knowing ones history is to know ones future!

Do you believe in the power of sport? We recommend a vibist the Webb Ellis Museum.

@ Rugby Football Museum

16/12/2019

S T O C K~ A ~ B A L L

With only 9 sleeps left until the big day! Why not order one of these bespoke cases for your ball lovers? Perfect stocking filler! Last orders for Xmas post is the 20th. Go on become an Oldballer!

11/12/2019

R H I N O ~ B A L L

With the varsity match tomorrow, we thought we would show our colours with this unique oxford rugby wash bag.

Check out our website for our other products, there is still time to order a bespoke product, for that sports mad family member for Xmas! Go on, get in touch and give the gift of a ball!

@ Oxford University Rugby Club, Iffley Road, Oxford

03/12/2019

T I N S E L~ B A L L

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Have you got your tree up yet? How about using balls to decorate your tree? Or even better, give them to us so we can make sure everyone has one to play with?

Last day for ordering any of our bespoke Old Ball products for Xmas is the 20th.

If you haven’t already, check them out. They are all made from upcycled Old Balls. And with 50% of profits going to buy new balls. We think they make excellent presents.

Go on, become an Old Baller! And help us share the love of Balls.

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25/11/2019

P R E S E N T ~ A ~ B A L L

Looking for a unique present, or even something to wrap a present in this Christmas?

What would you keep in yours?

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