Urdd Gobaith Cymru
Official Equipment Supplier
Urdd Gobaith Cymru is dedicated to providing extensive sporting and cultural opportunities for young people across Wales. With a calendar featuring over 180 tournaments annually across 17 regions, serving primary schools, secondary schools, and colleges, the organisation faced the constant challenge of sourcing high-quality, durable, and reliable equipment that could withstand intensive, frequent use. They needed equipment that would enhance the sporting experience without compromising their budget or logistical needs.
The Solution: Professional, Durable Equipment
Net World Sports partnered with the Urdd to become their official equipment supplier, providing high-standard gear across multiple disciplines, including football, netball, rugby, cricket, and athletics.
This partnership focused on delivering products built for longevity and performance, ensuring that even under the pressure of their busy schedule, the equipment would maintain its quality and durability.
Key Products Supplied:
- Football Goals (FORZA)
- Footballs & Netballs
- Training Bibs
- Netball Posts, Rugby, Cricket, and Athletics Equipment
The Results: Professionalism and Participation
The supply of high-quality equipment from Net World Sports has led to a significant and measurable improvement in the Urdd's delivery of sporting events.
- Elevated Experience: The quality of the equipment has significantly improved across all sports tournaments. The tournaments now feel "far more professional" thanks to the use of high-quality goals, posts, and balls.
- Mass Participation: In the 2024–25 academic year alone, more than 60,000 young people benefited from using the equipment, gaining access to gear that enhanced their sporting experience.
- Durability and Reliability: The equipment has proven to be "extremely robust and reliable," which is crucial for delivering over 180 tournaments a year. It has performed exceptionally well under pressure and maintained its quality despite intensive, regular use.
- Positive Feedback: The organisation has received "excellent feedback" from schools and colleges, who have consistently praised the standard of equipment since the partnership began. The quality of the balls, in particular, has made a noticeable difference, enhancing the playing experience and the standard of competition.
Testimonial and Conclusion
The Urdd highly recommends Net World Sports to other organisations looking to raise the bar for their participants.
"Absolutely. We would highly recommend Net World Sports to any youth organisation or sports club across Wales. The combination of high-quality equipment and affordability makes it an ideal choice for groups looking to deliver consistent, professional sporting experiences."
The partnership successfully enabled the Urdd to enhance their extensive sporting program, ensuring that thousands of young people continue to enjoy a professional, high-quality, and robust sporting experience across the nation.
