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Junior Rugby Starter
Razor Junior rugby boots, Matrix mouthguard and Cartoon rugby ball
Main item from £36.49
Build This Bundle — Junior Rugby Starter
Rugby & Football Equipment, Designed in Wigan Since 1996
Boots, balls and protection for first training sessions through to senior club rugby, plus bulk packs for clubs and schools. Free UK delivery over £35.
- Free UK delivery over £35UK mainland, 2–5 working days
- Same-day dispatchOrder by 2pm, Monday to Friday
- 30-day returnsFull refund on unused items
- World Rugby approvedHeadguards and protective tops
Best Sellers
Our most-ordered kit this season, dispatched from Wigan.
Inferno Rugby Shoulder Pads Top - 3 Colours | Optimum Sport
Razor Junior Easy Fasten Moulded Boots - Sizes 1 to 13 | Optimum Sport
Blitz Windbreaker - Windproof, Waterproof, Cuffed Wrists | Optimum Sport
Cartoon Rugby Ball - Kids Training Ball | Optimum Sport
Razor Protective Top - Multi-Point Padded Rugby Body Armour | Optimum Sport
Thermal Velocity Rugby Gloves - Winter Grip | Optimum Sport
Junior Razor 6 Stud Football Boots - Easy Fasten, 4 Colours | Optimum Sport
Shop by Sport
Kit for every age group, from minis to senior club players.
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Baseball & Rounders
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Drywrap & Outdoor
Waterproof changing robes for touchlines and open water -
Training & Coaching
Cones, bibs, tackle buddies and bottle carriers -
Winter Clothing
Windbreakers, sub jackets and thermal gloves
Shop Boots
Rugby boots, football boots and astro trainers in junior and senior sizes.
Razor Junior Rugby Boots - Red/Black, 6-Stud Metal, Lace-Up | Optimum Sport
Aztec Lace-Up Rugby Boots - 6 Stud Junior, 8 Stud Senior | Optimum Sport
Aztec Lace-Up Hybrid Boot - Moulded & Metal Stud Sole | Optimum Sport
Senior Aztec Orange Ignisio Rugby Boot – Durable, Lace-Up, Sizes 7-12
Ignisio Junior 6 Stud Football Boot - Yellow/Orange | Optimum Sport
Aztec Junior Laceless Football Boots - Blue 6-Stud | Optimum Sport
Ignisio 6-Stud Football Boot Silver Fade - Senior | Optimum Sport
Ignisio Junior Lace-Up Boot - Arctic Blue, Firm Ground | Optimum Sport
Aztec Junior Laceless Moulded Boots - Multi-Sport | Optimum Sport
Aztec Junior Laceless Astro Trainers - Multi-Sport Blue | Optimum Sport
Ignisio Junior Lace-Up Boot - Aztec Orange, Firm Ground | Optimum Sport
Ignisio Rugby Boot Silver Fade - Moulded, Senior 7-12 | Optimum Sport
Kit Bundles — Save Up to 15%
Everything a player needs in one basket. Choose the main item and add the bundle on its page.
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Rugby Protection Set
Headguard, padded protective top and Thermal Velocity gloves
Main item from £33.49
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Junior Football Starter
Easy-fasten boots, Velocidade shin guards, Classico football and Classico socks
Main item from £27.99
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Cold Weather Kit
Thermal Velocity gloves, Multi-X Lycra shorts and Tempo Sport-Tech vest
Main item from £7.99
Build This Bundle — Cold Weather Kit
Wrong size? Return it within 30 days for a full refund.
- World Rugby approved headguards & protective tops
- Designed in Wigan since 1996
- Bulk ball packs for clubs & schools
- Free UK delivery over £35
- Official supplier to Swinton Lions & Lionesses
Match-day kit
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Shop Balls & Bats
Match and training balls in every size, plus baseball bats for school and club.
Razor Rugby Ball - Premium Match & Training Ball | Optimum Sport
Cartoon Rugby Ball - Kids Training Ball | Optimum Sport
England Rugby Ball - Heavyweight All-Weather Grip | Optimum Sport
Rugby Bounce Back Ball - Solo Rebound Trainer | Optimum Sport
Matrix Match Quality Rugby Ball - Size 5 Grip & Flight | Optimum Sport
Wales Rugby Ball - Heavyweight All-Weather Grip | Optimum Sport
Street Rugby Ball Size 5 - Black/Orange | Optimum Sport
Scotland Rugby Ball - Heavyweight All-Weather Grip | Optimum Sport
Classico Football - Match & Training, Sizes 3-5 | Optimum Sport
Matrix Match Football - Hand-Stitched Game-Ready Ball | Optimum Sport
Classico Football Fluro Yellow - Sizes 3, 4 & 5 | Optimum Sport
Street Football - Durable Rubber Match & Training Ball | Optimum Sport
Classico Football Pink - Match & Training, Sizes 3-5 | Optimum Sport
LED Light-Up Football Size 5 - Glow in the Dark | Optimum Sport
Classico Football Bulk Pack - 10 or 25, With Pump | Optimum Sport
Extreme 28" Aluminium Baseball Bat - Lightweight | Optimum Sport
Velocity 32" Beech Wood Baseball Bat - Heavyweight | Optimum Sport
Baseball Bat and Ball Set - 28-Inch Wooden Bat & Ball | Optimum Sport
28" Aluminium Baseball Bat - Black, Durable & Lightweight for Performance
28" Aluminium Baseball Bat - Red, Durable & Lightweight for Performance
28" Aluminium Baseball Bat - Blue, Durable & Lightweight for Performance
Extreme Baseball Bat 28" Silver - Lightweight Aluminium | Optimum Sport
Clubs, schools & coaches
Club, School & Coach Orders
Kit out the whole squad from one place, with bulk packs of the balls coaches use every week. Ask us to quote for larger orders.
- Free pump and carrier with every bulk ball pack
- Footballs in packs of 10 or 25, rugby balls in 10, 20 or 30
- Cones, bibs, tackle buddies and bottle carriers
- Custom club kit through Optimum Teamwear in 4–6 weeks
Winter Training Kit
Stay warm and dry from the first whistle to the drive home.
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Blitz Windbreaker
Windproof and waterproof, in junior and senior sizes.
Players on the touchline in black and yellow Optimum Blitz windproof, waterproof windbreakers
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Drywrap Changing Robes
Fleece-lined and waterproof for cold touchlines and open water.
Family wearing Optimum Drywrap long-sleeve waterproof changing robes outdoors
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Winter Favourites
Drywrap Changing Robe - Waterproof, Fleece-Lined | Optimum Sport
Tempo 1/4 Zip Mid Layer - Thermal, Quick-Dry | Optimum Sport
Drywrap Changing Robe Sand Camo - Waterproof, Fleece-Lined | Optimum Sport
Tempo Sports Hoodie - Thermal, Customisable | Optimum Sport
Blitz Windbreaker Navy/White - Windproof, Waterproof | Optimum Sport
Drywrap Changing Robe Khaki - Waterproof, Fleece-Lined | Optimum Sport
Dry Wrap Changing Mat - Sand-Free, Quick-Dry | Optimum Sport
What Our Customers Say
Since 1996
About Optimum Sport
Optimum Sport is a UK sports equipment brand founded in Wigan, Greater Manchester, in 1996. It designs rugby boots, rugby balls and protective wear, football boots and footballs, baseball bats, rounders sets and Drywrap changing robes for junior and senior players, schools and clubs. It sells online at optimumsport.com and through Amazon, eBay, OnBuy and Decathlon.
- Official supplierSwinton Lions & Lionesses
- Official kit providerCherrybrook FC
- World Rugby approvedHeadguards and protective tops
- 1996Founded in Wigan, Greater Manchester
- 30Years supporting grassroots sport
- 4.3★Average across 2,600+ Amazon reviews
- 5Ways to buy: our website, Amazon, eBay, OnBuy and Decathlon
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is UK delivery?
Standard UK mainland delivery is £2.99, or free on orders over £35, and takes 2–5 working days. Next-day delivery is £6.99, or free on orders over £80. Orders placed before 2pm on a weekday are dispatched the same day.
What is your returns policy?
Return unused, unworn items in their original packaging within 30 days of receipt for a full refund. If you need a different size, return the item for a refund and place a new order. Orders placed between 1 October and 31 December can be returned until 31 January.
What size rugby ball does my child need?
Size 3 for under-7s to under-9s, size 4 for under-10s to under-14s, and size 5 from under-15s, in line with RFU age-grade rugby.
What size football does each age group use?
Under England Football's current youth guidance, size 3 is used from under-7s to under-11s, size 4 for under-12s and under-13s, and size 5 from under-14s.
Do you supply clubs and schools in bulk?
Yes. Footballs come in packs of 10 or 25 and rugby balls in packs of 10, 20 or 30, each with a pump and carrier, alongside cones, bibs and bottle carriers. For larger orders, use our bulk enquiry form.
Can you make custom club kit?
Yes, through Optimum Teamwear at teamwear.optimumsport.com. Custom kit takes 4–6 weeks.
What does a rugby headguard protect against?
Our Razor and Inferno headguards are World Rugby approved. They are designed to protect against minor cuts and scuffing only.
Who are Optimum Sport?
Optimum Sport is a UK sports equipment brand founded in Wigan in 1996. It designs rugby, football, baseball and rounders equipment and Drywrap changing robes for players, schools and clubs.