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Since 2019, Kukri Sports has proudly partnered with Rugby School as its official sportswear supplier — delivering a fully bespoke kit programme designed to support participation, performance and identity across one of the UK’s most active school sports environments.
In 2022, the partnership was extended for 10 years, reinforcing a shared commitment to long-term development in school sport.
A sports program built at scale
Rugby School is globally recognised as the birthplace of rugby football, but its sporting culture stretches far beyond a single game. Today, the school runs a major multi-sport programme that sits at the heart of student life.
163 teams across 20 sports
Over 550 pupils competing on a typical match day
A whole-school philosophy of participation
The school’s ethos is simple:
“Nobody on the bench.”
Every pupil is encouraged to take part, compete and grow through sport — and Kukri’s role is to ensure every athlete is equipped to do so with confidence.
A fully bespoke kit program
Kukri delivers a complete custom sportswear solution for Rugby School, including:
Match kit
Training wear
Staff apparel
Travel and leisurewear
Multi-sport technical garments
Each product is developed in collaboration with the school to balance performance, durability and comfort across a demanding school calendar. The result is a unified visual identity that reinforces pride while allowing every team to perform at its best.
“It was Kukri’s ability to create bespoke kits that truly reflects the individuality and vision of each team sport that helped them with the contract.
We will be working closely with Kukri Sports to create a contemporary and bespoke look for all our students.” – Debbie Skene – Director of Sport – Rugby School
A long-term partnership mindset
The 10-year extension allows both organisations to plan beyond seasonal supply and focus on the future of school sport.
The partnership delivers:
Long Term Consistency – for pupils and families
Forward planning – in design and innovation
A Shared Vision – for participation and performance
Impact
Through its partnership with Rugby School, Kukri helps support:
Large scale participation in school sport
String team identity and pride
Inclusive apparel for a diverse student body
Performance-ready kit across multiple desciplines
A sports programme aligned with educational values
Sport at Rugby School is about more than competition – it’s about development, belonging and opportunity. Kukri’s bespoke kit programme plays a central role in delivering that experience.
Looking ahead
With a decade-long commitment in place, the Kukri Sports x Rugby School partnership continues to evolve – ensuring one of the world’s most historic sporting institutions remains equipped for the next generation.
