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.

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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

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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