Volleyball accessories on clearance
The volleyball accessories clearance involves all the small equipment surrounding the game, including the Mikasa pressure gauge to check the ball pressure. Pumps, needles, and training equipment complete the gear for players, coaches, and clubs, ensuring that each session starts with balls at the right pressure and ready-to-use gear.
A ball always at the right pressure, at a reduced price.
The pressure of a volleyball
The pressure of an indoor volleyball is set according to international regulations, between three hundred and three hundred and twenty-five grams per square centimetre, or about four and a half pounds per square inch on gauges calibrated in the Anglo-Saxon style. The beach-volleyball, which is softer, is inflated to a lower pressure, between one hundred and seventy-five and two hundred and twenty-five grams per square centimetre. The manufacturer prints the recommended value near the valve. An overinflated ball can sting the forearms in setting and moves too quickly; too soft, it compresses in the setter's hands and slows down the attack. The official ball weighs between two hundred and sixty and two hundred and eighty grams.
Other clearance items
The volleyball clearance also includes:
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Mikasa gauge: check before each session
The gauge Mikasa with a dial plugs into the ball's valve and shows the pressure instantly; if there's too much air, release a bit until the desired value is reached. This tool avoids guessing by touch, which is always inaccurate, and ensures that all balls in a session react in the same way, important for consistency in receptions and passes. A ball loses a little air from week to week, and appears softer in a cold gym: a quick check before warming up is enough. Mikasa, founded in 1917 in Hiroshima under the name Hiroshima Gomu, saw its ball designated as the official ball by the international volleyball federation in 1969.
Pump and needles: reinflate without damaging the valve
A double action pump, which sends air both on the push and the return, can reinflate a ball in just a few strokes. The needle should be moistened or lubricated before entering the valve: if inserted dry, it forces the rubber, which eventually leads to leaks. Insert it straight without twisting, and keep a few spare needles on hand, as they can be easily lost or bent at the bottom of a kit bag. Inflate in small increments while checking with the gauge, rather than in one go, to avoid exceeding the recommended pressure and distorting the bladder. A leaking valve indicates a ball that should be reserved for warm-ups.
The coach's training equipment for volleyball
The volleyball coach relies on a small training kit: cones and markers to define reception zones, targets placed on the floor to work on serve accuracy, and a ball bag that carries about ten balls from one hall to another. Defensive exercises become more intense when the coach delivers attacks from a platform, with a cart of balls within reach to maintain the rhythm. For players, a water bottle marked with their name prevents bottle exchanges and stays at the side of the court during timeouts, while a cap protects from the sun on the sand.
Frequently asked questions
What accessory to give a volleyball player?
A gauge or a pump with needles is a great gift for a fan who inflates their own balls. A water bottle, a ball bag, or a cap for beach-volleyball are also practical gifts, useful for every session.
How to tell if a volleyball is properly inflated without a gauge?
You can press it between your hands: a ball at the right pressure barely yields under your thumbs and bounces well on a wooden floor. This test is somewhat approximation, and only a gauge guarantees compliance with regulations.
Should volleyball balls be deflated during summer?
It's not necessary to fully deflate them, but try to avoid leaving them over-inflated for months. Store them away from heat and sunlight, slightly below game pressure, and then reinflate before play resumes.
What accessories for a child starting volleyball?
A ball suitable for their age, lighter, a water bottle, and sportswear are all that's needed to start. Knee pads become useful when the child starts diving in defence; a sports bag keeps everything ready for training.
Why do volleyball balls lose air?
The rubber bladder allows air to escape very slowly, and the valve wears out every time a needle passes through. The cold also decreases the pressure: a ball inflated in a warm room will feel softer in an unheated gym.
