Mitre bring back iconic Ultimax ball to celebrate 30th anniversary

First launched in 1995, Mitre’s Ultimax ball quickly became a defining symbol in English football. A fixture on Premier League pitches throughout the 1990s, it made history as the first football to break the 100mph speed barrier.

Now, 30 years later, Mitre has reimagined the legendary ball, bringing it back with a modern twist.

The new Ultimax Pro 30th Anniversary Ball merges the classic design with cutting-edge technology, celebrating its iconic status while setting a new standard for the next generation.

While the ball retains the familiar 6-panel construction, the classic white, blue, and red colourway, and the unmistakable crown logo, it’s been upgraded with advanced features. Hyperflow grooves reduce drag and a sleek pearl finish offers a nod to traditional 30th-anniversary gifts. The interior also sees improvements, with Hyperfoam cushioning now enhanced for cleaner strikes and even more power.

To mark the milestone, Mitre has launched the “The Next In Line” campaign, spotlighting the new wave of football talent carrying on their family legacies.

The campaign features rising stars such as Raphaella Wright-Phillips, granddaughter of Arsenal icon Ian Wright, Ruben Butt, son of Manchester United legend Nicky Butt, and Jacob Fowler, whose father is Liverpool’s own Robbie Fowler.

The trio, each in vintage 95/96 kits, embody the connection between the past and the future – just as the new Ultimax Pro does itself.

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