Sports Gear Checklist

Please ensure that any apparel, shoes or sports gear you donate is clean and physically wearable/usable; in other words, would you be happy receiving this item yourself.

What we accept

Rugby/soccer/hockey boots - clean, sufficient tread remaining, undamaged upper, shoelaces fitted (please tie each pair of shoes together)
Running shoes - clean, sufficient tread remaining, undamaged upper, shoelaces fitted (please tie each pair of shoes together)
Tennis racquets, hockey sticks, cricket bats - full-sized (not plastic or part of kids set)
Tennis/hockey/cricket balls - only if in good condition
Soccer/rugby/basketball/netball/volleyball balls - only if in good condition (i.e. they stay inflated)
Swim goggles and caps - new only
Tennis, cricket and hockey bags - cleaned out, the zips work, no miscellaneous items left inside
Sports bags such as duffel/backpacks
Drawstring bags - new only
Sports clothing (washed, no major stains, buttons attached, zips working, drawstrings present, no holes):
- Run t-shirts, singlets, long sleeves, crop tops
- Run shorts, leggings (short/long)
- Tracksuits, jackets, hoodies
- Other sports apparel that can be worn for any activity
- Swimming togs - only if still fitting, i.e. not chlorine damaged
- Run caps and beanies

What we do not accept

Specialised sports shoes such as cycling or running spikes
Smart/casual shoes
Squash or badminton racquets
Cycling apparel such as padded shorts, cycle jerseys, gloves and arm/leg extensions
Compression garments (unless it's leggings)
Beachwear such as boardies or bikinis
Smart/casual clothing - jeans, shirts, dresses, etc.
Hats and visors
Socks and underwear (unless new)
Scarves
Rollerblades or ski boots
Toys or books
No plastic bags