Gilbert Phoenix Match Netball - White/Teal

The Gilbert Phoenix is the match netball schools and clubs reach for when a ball has to survive a full season outdoors. Built around a blended rubber surface and a hard-wearing rubber bladder, it holds its grip long after softer match balls have gone slick.

Key Features

• Duragrip surface gives a pebble-like texture for confident handling in the pass and the catch.
• Blended rubber ball surface stands up to abrasive outdoor courts without wearing smooth in a matter of weeks.
• Rubber bladder with nylon winding for consistent shape and dependable air retention.
• Embossed traditional seam lines that give a familiar feel in the hand and a clear visual reference.
• Improved soft-feel compound that makes the ball comfortable for both match play and heavy training use.
• Available in size 4 and size 5, covering junior through to senior netball.

Performance Overview

Gilbert positions the Phoenix as a match ball for schools and clubs, and that is exactly where it makes sense. The Duragrip finish is the headline: it keeps handling predictable in the damp, and because the grip is moulded into a blended rubber surface rather than a soft laminate, it lasts through repeated use on tarmac and outdoor macadam courts.

Benefits

A ball that keeps its grip is a ball that keeps sessions sharp. Players spend less time chasing dropped passes, coaches spend less budget replacing stock mid-season, and a single ball can move between Tuesday training and Saturday fixtures without feeling like a compromise in either setting.

Technical Specifications

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Final Verdict

For outdoor courts and mixed match-and-training duty, the Gilbert Phoenix is the sensible buy. It is not the softest ball in the range, but that is the point: the Duragrip surface earns its keep across a whole season rather than a handful of fixtures.