Wilson GST Game Football
- Official size leather game football
- 100% Horween leather, handcrafted in Ada, Ohio
- Sewn-on composite stripes, listed at 82% more grip
- 14.4 ounces listed weight
- Official ball of 180+ NCAA programs and 54 state associations
- 1 year manufacturer warranty
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A handmade leather game ball for players who want the feel used across college football. Leather needs a break-in and care, so it suits game use more than backyard abuse.
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ASIN: B0000C0XSWCategory: Footballs
Overview
A college practice field or a Friday night stadium is where the Wilson GST belongs. It is a handcrafted leather game ball with a soft leather formula, pebbled composite laces and stripes sewn on rather than painted.
Grip is the story here: the leather is soft enough for fingers to sink in, and both the laces and the stripes are textured to help with release. Leather takes time and care to reach its playing feel, and the listing gives no youth or junior sizing.
Who it's for
Players and coaches at high school or college level get the same ball many programs use on game day. Casual backyard throwers and young kids with small hands will be better served by a composite or junior ball.
Pros and cons
- Soft leather formula gives a tacky hold
- Pebbled laces add grip in all conditions
- Stripes are sewn composite, not paint
- Handcrafted in the US from Horween leather
- Leather needs breaking in before it plays well
- Only official size, no junior option listed
- Leather cover is less suited to rough surfaces
- Ball inflation pressure not listed
Performance notes
Throw accuracy comes from how well the fingers hold the leather and the laces at release. The soft leather formula lets the fingertips press in, and the pebbled laces and sewn stripes add surface texture where the hand meets the ball. As with any leather ball, the tack improves as the surface is worked in.
Specifications
| Brand | Wilson |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | Official |
| Item weight | 14.4 ounces |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Leather (Horween) |
| Construction Type | Handcrafted |
| Color | Brown |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Football |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year Manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| League Name | NCAA |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Workout |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Wilson GST a composite or rubber football?
No. It is made from 100% Horween leather, so it is a leather game ball meant for play on a field rather than a weatherproof composite ball.
Where is the Wilson GST football made?
The listing says it is handcrafted in Ada, Ohio, by the same craftspeople who make the NFL leather footballs.
What are the stripes on the Wilson GST made of?
They are patented sewn-on stripes made of composite material instead of paint, which the listing says gives 82% more grip.
Who uses the Wilson GST football?
The description says it is the official ball of over 180 NCAA programs and 54 high school football state associations.
Does the Wilson GST come in youth sizes?
This listing is for the official size only. No youth or junior size is listed.