Rugby Australia are delighted to announce a new multi-year agreement with Bauerfeind ANZ, who have come on board as the Official Supplier of Compression and Supports for Australia's national rugby teams until the end of 2027.
The partnership will see Bauerfeind's medical-grade technology integrated into the high-performance programs of the Wallabies, Wallaroos, and the Australian Men's and Women's Sevens programs.
By providing state-of-the-art braces, supports, and compression wear, Bauerfeind will play a critical role in injury prevention, stability and recovery for players in the Australian Rugby system.
The agreement will see all teams wearing the gold jersey have access to premium equipment that supports the body's natural movement while providing maximum protection both on and off the field.
Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh, said: "We're pleased to welcome Bauerfeind as a high-performance supplier.
"In a sport as physically uncompromising as Rugby, the health and availability of our players is of utmost importance and with Bauerfeind's support we are confident our athletes are equipped with the best possible products when preparing and competing on the world stage."
Rugby Australia GM of Performance Health, Science and Data Scott Murphy, said: "From a performance health perspective, Bauerfeind's technology is world class.
"Their technology is uniquely clinically driven yet performance focused. Whether it's playing a role in injury prevention or optimising recovery, having Bauerfeind as our official supplier gives our players, and medical staff a performance advantage."
Wallabies prop Allan Alaalatoa, said: "For any player the physical toll on your body is significant and having access to Bauerfeind's high-quality supports and compression gear is a game-changer for us.
"As someone who already uses their products, Bauerfeind gives you that extra bit of confidence that you're preparation and recovery are spot on throughout the season."
Bauerfeind ANZ Managing Director Walid Yassine, said: "We're incredibly proud to partner with Rugby Australia and support athletes representing the gold jersey on the world stage.
"Rugby places enormous demands on the body and at the elite level the smallest details make all the difference. Bauerfeind's medical-grade technology is designed to support performance, stability and recovery when it matters most.
"Importantly, this partnership also reflects our broader commitment to helping Australians of all ages and activity levels move confidently, recover effectively and stay active."
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