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Gaelic football

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Sports ball

Gaelic football
Synthetic leather or rubber

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A Gaelic football is designed for and used in the sport of Gaelic football. It is a round leather ball constructed from 18 stitched leather panels, having a similar appearance to a volleyball.

Specifications

Circumference: 68 – 70 cm.
Weight: 480 – 500 g.
Pressure: 67–69 kPa
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Construction

Gaelic balls are made of an inflatable rubber bladder and a synthetic leather or rubber covering.

The ball’s design is similar to a volleyball, with 18 stitched panels coming together to form the spherical shape. A Gaelic ball is designed to be kicked and thrown during play and maintain high durability and water resistance for outdoor play.

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Size Chart
SizeCircumferenceWeightUse
729.5 – 30.3 in.20 – 22 oz.Mens
628.1 – 28.7 in.18 – 19 oz.Womens
527 – 27.6 in.16 – 17 oz.Youth
425.5 in.14 oz.Youth
322 in.10 oz.Mini
3×328.1 – 28.7 in.20 – 22 oz.3×3

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