Playmaker Basketball | Optimum Sport
- Tacky grip for handling
- Responsive bounce, true flight
- Indoor and outdoor courts
- Size 7, pump option
The Playmaker is a Size 7, the standard adult ball. For younger players, the Enforce also comes in a Mini. See the Enforce
Playmaker Basketball | Optimum Sport
- Tacky grip for sharp handling
- Responsive bounce, true flight
- Indoor and outdoor courts
- Pump option available
- Free UK delivery over £35
- Same-day dispatch by 2pm
- Designed in Wigan since 1996
Why Playmaker
Made for Daily Practice
A Size 7 basketball with dependable grip, bounce and flight for training and games.
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Built for the long haul
Made to stand up to intense daily practice and competitive play.
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Secure court grip
A tacky outer surface helps with precise passing, confident handling and sharp shooting.
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Bounce and flight
A responsive, predictable bounce and true flight keep your shooting consistent game after game.
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Indoor or outdoor
Designed for smooth indoor gym floors and rough outdoor street courts.
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Pump option
Available with an optional hand pump, so the ball is always properly inflated.
Every Detail Considered
Grip, bounce and durability for every session.
Description
Elevate your game with the Optimum Playmaker Basketball. Made for true basketball enthusiasts, this ball is crafted from high-quality materials to deliver consistent performance on the court.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Sport: Basketball
- Surface / use: Indoor gym floors and outdoor street courts
- Pump: Optional hand pump
DURABLE CONSTRUCTION:
Built for the long haul. The Playmaker stands up to intense daily practice and relentless competitive play.
SUPERIOR COURT GRIP:
Keep control of your dribble. The outer surface gives a secure, tacky grip for precise passing, confident handling and sharp shooting.
OPTIMAL BOUNCE & FLIGHT:
Consistency you can count on. The Playmaker delivers a responsive, predictable bounce and true flight, keeping your shooting mechanics sharp game after game.
INDOOR & OUTDOOR VERSATILITY:
Play anywhere. Designed to perform on both smooth indoor gym floors and rough outdoor street courts.
CONVENIENT PUMP OPTION:
Ready to play. Available with an optional, easy-to-use hand pump so your ball is always properly inflated.
Can I use it indoors and outdoors?
Yes — it's designed for both indoor gym floors and outdoor street courts.
Does it come with a pump?
A hand pump is available as an option.
Additional Information
| Hand Pump |
Without Pump, With Pump |
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Returns Policy
Christmas Returns
For all purchases made through Optimum Sport between October 1st and December 31st, the standard returns window has been extended. Customers will have until January 31st to return eligible items.
Returns Policy
In the unlikely event that you are not completely satisfied with any of the products you have brought from Optimum Sport UK you may return unused and unworn goods along with all original packaging and labels within 30 days of receipt for a full refund. Please note we do not offer an exchange service items will need to be returned for a refund and reordered.
RETURNS EXCLUSIONS
The following goods may not be returned for a refund or exchange unless faulty:
- Any worn items.
- Any other items of clothing that are not in their original packaging with labels attached.
We do not cover return postage costs, unless, an error has been made on our behalf. We recommend that you use a reputable courier (e.g. Parcelforce for larger items and Royal Mail for smaller items). We cannot accept responsibility for goods lost in transit without proof of postage. Once we have received your item(s) please allow up to 10 working days for us to process your return. Refunds will be made back to the original payment method used at the time of purchase, please allow up to 3-5 working days for this to appear in your bank.
INTERNATIONAL ORDERS
The buyer is responsible for the return of the goods and cost of return postage, and in case of an exchange, the re-delivery costs.
FAULTY GOODS
For purchases under 30 days from the date of receipt, we will exchange the faulty item at our expense. On returning the items, please include proof of return cost so that we can reimburse this charge.
For purchases over 30 days from the date of receipt but less than 12 months old, please send back the faulty item to the address below, along with a covering letter stating the fault, your order number or actual date of purchase and your daytime contact telephone number. Once received we will inspect the item and repair, replace, offer a like for like replacement or return the item if we feel there has been no manufacturing fault. Any items over that period have been purchased outside of our 12 month policy cannot be accepted.
On returning the items please include proof of return cost so that if the item is found to be faulty, we can reimburse this charge.
Please return your item(s) including to:
Optimum Sport
26-28 Cinnamon Brow Business Park
Higher Ince
Makerfield Way
Ince-in-Makerfield
Wigan
WN2 2PR
Please include your full name, email address used to place the order and order number if you know this. Alternately download our returns form by clicking here
Playmaker or Enforce?
How the Playmaker compares with our Enforce basketball.
| PlaymakerBuilt for daily practice | EnforceAll-weather all-rounder | |
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| Sizes | Size 7 | Mini and Size 7 |
| Grip | Tacky outer surface | Premium rubber, Optimum grip finish |
| Courts | Indoor and outdoor | Indoor and outdoor |
| Pump option | Yes | Size 7 only |
| Best for | Heavy daily practice and competitive play | All-weather outdoor play and younger players |
| Choose Playmaker | Shop Enforce |
Buying for a young child? The Enforce comes in a Mini.
A Closer Look
The Playmaker basketball in detail.
Complete Your Training Kit
Bibs, markers and a ball carrier for team sessions.
Playmaker Basketball Questions, Answered
Can I use it indoors and outdoors?
Yes. It's designed for smooth indoor gym floors and rough outdoor street courts.
What size is it?
It's a Size 7, the standard adult ball. For young children, the Enforce also comes in a Mini.
Does it come with a pump?
A hand pump is available as an option. If you choose the ball on its own, you'll need a ball pump with a needle to inflate it.
Playmaker or Enforce: which should I choose?
The Playmaker is built for heavy daily practice and competitive play, with a tacky outer for handling and shooting. The Enforce is the all-weather all-rounder with a premium rubber outer, and it's the model that comes in a Mini.
Can I buy balls for a school or club?
Yes. For larger orders use our bulk enquiry form and our team will send a quote.
How quickly will it arrive?
Orders placed by 2pm Monday to Friday are dispatched the same day. Standard UK mainland delivery is free on orders over £35 and takes 2–5 working days.
Can I return it?
Yes. Return it unused in its original packaging within 30 days of receipt for a full refund. Orders placed between 1 October and 31 December can be returned until 31 January.










