Volleyballs Mikasa

From Hiroshima to the Olympics, a century of balls

Mikasa was born in 1917 in Hiroshima under the name Hiroshima Gomu, a rubber company that was making everything from flip-flops to game balls. The name Mikasa first appeared on its sports equipment in 1935, and the brand took off after the war. Its volleyballs made their Olympic debut at the Tokyo 1964 Games, the first edition to include volleyball in the programme. Since then, Mikasa has been the ball partner of the International Volleyball Federation: Olympic Games, World Championships, and Nations League games use its models, and this demand for consistency is reflected even in its beginner balls.

The other balls

Volleyballs also come in:

• Competition.
• Training.
• Beach Volley.
• Molten.
• Wilson.
• Sets.
• Accessories.

All balls can be found on the balls page.

V200W, V300W, V330W: the indoor Mikasa balls

The V200W made its debut at the 2019 World Cup and succeeds the MVA200, which was used since the Beijing Games in 2008. Its eighteen panels in microfiber, blue and yellow, and its dimpled surface stabilise the trajectory, especially for float serves. The V300W, the second match ball from Mikasa sanctioned by the international federation, also offers competitive feel. The V330W, also sanctioned, takes this construction to a more accessible level for club matches and training. For younger players, the V360W and the lighter L and SL versions reduce the weight of the ball to protect the forearms during play.

Beach Pro and Beach Classic, the beach-volley balls

On sand, the ball must withstand wind, sun, and humidity. The Beach Pro BV550C is the official match ball of the FIVB and the Volleyball World tour: ten panels with a dimpled surface for grip, a synthetic cover made from recycled nylon, and TwinSTLock stitching that reduces water penetration. The Beach Classic BV551C, machine-stitched, is the official training ball of the international federation: it provides a very similar touch for seamless practice. Both comply with the regulation format, with a weight of two hundred sixty to two hundred eighty grams, and are inflated a little less than an indoor ball.

Good deals

Great deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are processed and sent out within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable schedule: the Black Friday in late autumn, the end-of-year holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by the summer sales and the back-to-school season.

Frequently asked questions

What size volleyball for a child?

Volleyball is played with size 5, from youth categories to adults. For children, a lighter version of this size is chosen, such as the Mikasa L or SL models, which are gentler on the forearms and easier to toss in the air.

What pressure should a Mikasa ball be inflated to?

The recommended pressure is printed near the valve. Check it with a gauge before each match, as a ball that is too hard hurts in passing and one that is too soft alters the trajectory of the serve.

How much does an official volleyball weigh?

The regulations set for indoor volleyball a weight of two hundred sixty to two hundred eighty grams and a circumference of sixty-five to sixty-seven centimeters. The lighter versions for youth fall well below this weight.

Can an indoor Mikasa ball be used outdoors?

This is possible occasionally on grass, but the microfiber cover wears out quickly when it contacts rough ground and moisture. For playing outside or on the sand, a stitched beach ball, which is more durable, is preferable.

Why buy Mikasa balls in bulk?

A bulk purchase allows for equipping an entire session with identical balls, of the same weight and feel. Players can streamline their drills without waiting, and the club can set aside its match balls to preserve their cover.