Football Tasmania is excited to announce DEPLOY Sports as our Official Ball Partner for Seasons 2027 to 2029. This partnership marks a significant step forward in our mission to provide quality and consistency across matchplay for all ages across the state.
Australian owned and operated, DEPLOY Sports is a leading supplier of footballs across the country – developing and manufacturing balls to provide the highest quality products and services, bringing value to football players of all levels.
This announcement coincides with the release of an additional five FIFA Approved balls within the DEPLOY range across FIFA PRO, FIFA QUALITY and FIFA BASIC licensing requirements.
Football Tasmania CEO Tony Pignata OAM welcomed the new partnership, highlighting the benefits it will deliver to clubs and players across the state.
“We are delighted to welcome DEPLOY Sports as our Official Ball Partner for the next three seasons.
“This partnership is about more than just supplying footballs. It’s about providing quality products at affordable prices, delivering genuine value to our clubs and ensuring players across Tasmania have access to the right equipment at every level of the game.
“We look forward to working closely with DEPLOY to support our clubs and the continued growth of football throughout Tasmania,” Mr Pignata said.
DEPLOY Sports General Manager of Sales, Josh McKee, also shared his thoughts on the new partnership.
“We are thrilled to be partnering with Football Tasmania to support all levels of football in all corners of the state. From the NPL to Miniroos – players of all ages will have access to quality balls for matchplay and training that will ensure the game can be played in a consistent, enjoyable and visually appealing manner.
"This partnership will not only provide access to an extensive range, but value in the way of regular discounts for Football Tasmania affiliated clubs/schools, access to package bundles that provide substantial value when ordering and education for technical staff and coaches/volunteers around selecting the right ball for the right age group and activity,” Mr McKee said.
This collaboration heightens FT’s commitment to continually fostering growth and development across the state in all facets. Collaboratively, the partnership will bring long-term benefits to all participants in our football community with the DEPLOY team focussed on being an ongoing supporter and partner of the state.
Affiliated Club Representatives will receive email communication in the coming days regarding a workshop with FT and DEPLOY staff around what balls will be used for what leagues and how best to utilise the value in this partnership.