History Spalding

Spalding is an American brand known as one of the leading manufacturers of sports equipment, especially basketballs. The company was founded in 1876 by Albert Goodwill Spalding, a professional baseball player, in Chicago, USA. Initially, Spalding produced baseballs and golf clubs, but soon the company began to expand its range to include products for other sports.

Spalding is especially known for its innovations in the production of basketballs. In 1894, the company created the first official basketball, and in 1983, it became the official supplier of balls for the National Basketball Association (NBA). This association with the NBA continues to this day, and Spalding balls have become a symbol of professional basketball.

In addition to basketballs, Spalding produces sports equipment for baseball, football, volleyball and other sports, as well as accessories and sportswear. The brand is highly regarded for its quality, reliability and innovative approach to production.

Today, Spalding remains one of the most recognized and respected brands in the world of sports, particularly in basketball, where its balls are the standard for both professional and amateur players.