SPFL Scores Match Ball Supplier

24 May 2023 | Tom Barwick

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The Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) and the Scottish Women’s Premier League (SWPL) have partnered with global sports brand Puma.

The multi-year deal sees Puma become the official match-ball provider to Scottish football’s top-flights from the beginning of the 2023/24 season.

The agreement means the SWPL will be provided with its first-ever bespoke match-ball, the Orbita ball.

The new ball, which will also be used in the SPFL, features colourways inspired by the SPFL and SWPL logos and has been designed to provide ‘excellent aerodynamic performance on the pitch.’

Puma adds the SPFL and SWPL to its roster of European football leagues it supplys the match balls for. This also includes La Liga, Serie A and EFL.

Bas van den Bemt, PUMA UKI General Manager, said, “We are pleased to be entering this new chapter with the SPFL and SWPL. This partnership underscores PUMA’s commitment to supporting and promoting football across the game. With the introduction of the Orbita ball, we’re bringing together PUMA’s deep love for the game with innovative design and top-tier technology. We’re looking forward to seeing the Orbita in action and contributing to an exciting season ahead.”

Neil Doncaster, SPFL Chief Executive, added, “This is a significant and exciting partnership for the SPFL and SWPL as we join forces together with PUMA, a brand renowned for its excellence and innovation in sports. This new partnership will provide our clubs with a match ball of the highest quality, and also provides the League with additional value and promotional opportunities. We eagerly anticipate the start of the next season, showcasing the best of Scottish football with the support of PUMA.”

Fiona McIntyre, SWPL Managing Director, commented, “We are absolutely delighted, and hugely excited, to partner with PUMA, a brand recognised across the world. Their values include being brave and confident which align perfectly with our own ambitions at the SWPL. I am delighted that we will have our own bespoke match-ball for the first time ever – it looks incredible and is another important milestone for the women’s game as we strive to professionalise the SWPL and engage new audiences.”