#LACELESSCHALLANGE
"WOMENS FOOTBALL"

What

To celebrate the kick off of this years Womens World Cup in Australia and NZ, we are challenging the community to design a future vision concept for a Womens Football Boot.

Why.

Womens football is an underserved yet exploding community.
82% of female players suffer regular discomfort from thier football boots and are 6x more likely to suffer acl injuries.

How.

Driven through the lens of ADDITIVE make eg;

  • 3D printing – Multiple durometer materials
  • 2D and 360 Knit
  • Embroidery

and focussing on key performance benefits of;

  •  Traction
  • Ball Touch
  • Fit (silhouette)
  • Protection
Opportunity.

Showcase Additive capabilities within performance
Highlight Women’s performance needs and benefits
Identify a brand for the boot – that doesn’t necessarily need to currently make footwear or football boots but has a pertinent messaging or values.

Goal.

Support the incredibly passionate community within Women’s Football as well as celebrating the hype and excitement of the Women’s World Cup 2023.

KEY DATES

FINAL 16

MOODBOARD

FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. Can I use brand logos in my submission?

A. Yes, as part of the brief, identify a brand for the boot – that doesn’t necessarily need to currently make footwear or football boots but has a pertinent messaging or values. 

Q. Can I submit more than one design?

A. Yes, just ensure you #lacelesschallenge in each of your submissions.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

  1. By submitting content using the hashtag #lacelesschallenge, you agree to the following terms.
  2. Submissions must be on time to be considered
  3. You grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, irrevocable royalty-free license to use your submitted content for publishing or displaying purposes. (i.e Website and Social Channels)
  4. You will not be paid a fee for your submitted content, but it may be featured on our websites, in publications, or used for other promotional purposes.
  5. We have the right to edit, adapt, or make changes to your submitted content, decide not to use it, or remove it at any time.
  6. Your content doesn’t infringe any third-party rights, you have the necessary rights to license it, and it complies with the law.
  7. These terms are governed by the laws of Scotland, and any disputes will be settled in the courts of Scotland.