You can design a custom Wilson basketball online at custom.wilson.com: pick the NCAA EVO NXT or the Evolution game ball, choose from 9 colors and a size, then add a name, number, text or a graphic. Wilson also personalizes the Official NBA and WNBA game balls and NBA and WNBA team balls. PSB families and fans can use code PROSKILLS-15 for 15% off Wilson basketballs, including custom balls. For a December 24 delivery, Wilson says to order build-your-own balls by November 12, or Quick Ship balls by December 4.
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Key Takeaways
- Design a custom ball at custom.wilson.com in a few minutes
- The NCAA EVO NXT and Evolution have 9 colors plus text or a graphic
- Only the Evolution comes in youth size 5
- Use code PROSKILLS-15 for 15% off, including custom balls
- For December 24, order by November 12 (or December 4 for Quick Ship)
Which Wilson basketballs can you customize?
| Ball | Colors | Sizes | Personalize | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCAA EVO NXT | 9 colors | Size 7 (29.5″), size 6 (28.5″) | Text or a graphic | Wilson’s step up from the Evolution |
| Evolution | 9 colors | Size 7, 6 and 5 (27.5″) | Text or a graphic | The only build-your-own ball in youth size 5 |
| Official NBA Game Ball | 1 color | Size 7 | Text | Also in Quick Ship |
| Official WNBA Game Ball | 1 color | Size 6 | Text | Also in Quick Ship |
| NBA or WNBA team ball | Team colors | Varies by ball | Text | Official Game, Authentic Indoor/Outdoor or Gold Edition |
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What size custom basketball should I order?
Order the size your player uses in games. Wilson lists these age ranges:
| Size | Circumference | Wilson age guide |
|---|---|---|
| Size 7 | 29.5″ | Men, ages 12 and up |
| Size 6 | 28.5″ | Men ages 9 to 11, women ages 9 and up |
| Size 5 | 27.5″ | Youth, ages 8 and younger |
Leagues set their own rules, especially for boys in middle school. Our basketball size guide breaks it down by grade.
How do I design a custom basketball?
- Pick the ball. Choose the NCAA EVO NXT or the Evolution for full design options, or an NBA or WNBA ball to add text.
- Pick the size. Use size 7 for boys 12 and up, size 6 for girls and boys 9 to 11, size 5 for players 8 and under. Only the Evolution comes in size 5.
- Choose colors. Pick from 9 colors for the logos and patterns.
- Add text or a graphic. Add a name, number, team name, season or a logo.
- Check out with the PSB code. Enter PROSKILLS-15 at checkout for 15% off.
When do I need to order for the holidays?
- Build your own: order by November 12 to arrive by December 24.
- Quick Ship (NCAA EVO NXT, Evolution, NBA and WNBA official game balls): order by December 4 to arrive by December 24.
Dates are from Wilson’s custom basketball page in October 2026. Order early: custom balls take longer to make than stock balls.
What should I put on a custom basketball?
- End-of-season team gift: the team name, season and record, or a ball for each player with their number.
- Coach thank-you: the coach’s name and “Thank you, Coach” with the season year.
- Birthday or holiday gift: the player’s name and number on the ball they use every day.
- Milestones: a first basket, a 1,000th point, a championship, senior night or a college commitment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a custom basketball with my name on it?
Yes. Wilson lets you add a name, number, text or a graphic to the NCAA EVO NXT and Evolution game balls at custom.wilson.com. You can add text to the Official NBA and WNBA game balls and to NBA and WNBA team balls.
Is there a discount code for custom Wilson basketballs?
Yes. Use code PROSKILLS-15 for 15% off Wilson basketballs, including custom balls.
What size custom basketball should I order?
Size 7 (29.5″) for boys and men 12 and up, size 6 (28.5″) for girls and women 9 and up and boys 9 to 11, and size 5 (27.5″) for players 8 and under. Only the Evolution comes in size 5. See our basketball size guide.
When should I order a custom basketball for Christmas?
Wilson says to order build-your-own custom balls by November 12 to arrive by December 24. Quick Ship custom balls can be ordered by December 4.
Can a custom basketball be used in high school games?
Wilson notes that its custom balls do not include the NFHS authentication mark. High school game balls carry that mark, so use a custom ball for practice, gifts and display.
Can I order custom basketballs for a whole team?
Yes. For school, team or bulk orders, Wilson asks you to contact its sales team from the custom basketball page.
Sources
By Brendan Winters, Co-Founder
Brendan co-founded Pro Skills Basketball in 2009. At Davidson College he was a two-time All-American and Southern Conference Player of the Year. He then played five pro seasons in France, Germany, Hungary and Greece.
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