Gilbert and Rugby Victoria Announce Three-Year Apparel Partnership
Rugby Victoria is excited to announce a new three-year apparel partnership with Gilbert, further strengthening the long-standing relationship between the two organisations. This new agreement sees Gilbert expand its role as the official rugby ball of choice across Victoria while also providing high-quality apparel for Rugby Victoria’s representative teams and staff.
As rugby continues to grow across the state, both on the field and in the community, this new partnership will ensure Rugby Victoria's teams are outfitted in premium Gilbert apparel, complementing the iconic Gilbert rugby ball already trusted by players and clubs throughout the region.
Rugby Victoria CEO Marcus Reynolds commented on the significance of the partnership: “Rugby Victoria is excited to expand our relationship with Gilbert as the game continues to grow across the state. It’s great to strike up an apparel partnership with a brand that shares our values and has a reputation for quality products and service. Having our representative players and staff wearing Gilbert apparel is a perfect fit.”
Gilbert apparel is already worn by some of the biggest rugby clubs and schools across Australia and New Zealand, and Rugby Victoria is now joining a growing list of organisations that trust their teamwear with rugby’s original brand. This partnership ensures that the athletes representing Victoria at the highest level will be equipped with the best performance gear available.
Clayton McErlane, Gilbert’s Head of Commercial - Apparel, shared his excitement about the new partnership: “We are thrilled to announce Gilbert’s long-term partnership with Rugby Victoria. Our organisations share the same values and vision, and we are excited to work together to expand both the sport of rugby and Gilbert’s apparel presence in the state in the years ahead.”
The partnership between Rugby Victoria and Gilbert reflects a shared commitment to developing rugby at all levels and enhancing the experience for players, coaches, and fans. With this new apparel deal, Rugby Victoria is poised for even greater success on and off the field in the years to come.
Stay tuned for more updates as we roll out Gilbert apparel across Rugby Victoria’s representative teams and programs!
