Black Friday balloons Mikasa: match and club
The yellow and blue ball from major international FIVB competitions is the Mikasa V200W, and it is part of the Black Friday balls Mikasa along with the V300W, the V330W, and the Beach Pro BV550C.
From the national match to the weighted ball for practising passes, including size 4 balls for youth, the selection meets the needs of a club, whether bought individually or in bulk.
V200W: the official ball of FIVB competitions
Mikasa is the sole supplier of official balls for international competitions organised by the FIVB and Volleyball World. The V200W is the showcase: Double Dimple surface that stabilises the trajectory, microfibre composite and PU developed by the brand, anti-sweat treatment, and 18 glued panels. It is the reference match ball: check the sheet for the intended competition level.
V300W and V330W: the club match balls
The V300W, FIVB approved, features a Simple Dimple surface and the same glued panel construction. It aims at high-level club matches. The V330W, made from composite, targets more modest levels and is suitable for both matches and training. There is a lighter version, the V330W-L, weighing 220 to 240 grams, for better handling.
VT370W and VT500W: the weighted balls
These training balls weigh more than a match ball: 370 grams for the VT370W, designed for working on passing, and 500 grams for the VT500W, which develops upper body strength. They are reserved for short, supervised exercises to spare fingers and wrists.
Beach Pro BV550C: the ball for FIVB tournaments on sand
For beach-volley, Mikasa presents the Beach Pro BV550C, the ball for international sand competitions by the FIVB. Its yellow, blue, and red colours keep it visible under the sun, its dimpled surface improves grip, and its valve is protected from sand.
The Mikasa packs for the whole club
The V200W, V300W, V330W, V360W-L, or V400W are available in packs of several balls. When the whole team trains with the Saturday ball, no one is surprised by the feel on match day. For storing and transporting them, the Black Friday bags page offers ball bags.
Mikasa against Molten, Wilson, and Nike
For comparison, the Molten balls are the other big name in indoor volley, the Wilson balls shine mainly on sand, and the Nike balls are versatile. Everything is brought together on the Black Friday balls page. After the event, the Christmas special offers and then the ball sale follow.
Frequently asked questions
Is a V200W available at a reduced price during Black Friday?
Yes, the V200W is part of the Mikasa balls included in the event, both individually and in packs. For a club renewing its match balls at once, the pack prevents having to buy the balls one by one.
Which Mikasa ball for a ten-year-old child?
A lighter ball than an adult ball, like the VS220W, between 210 and 230 grams, or a size 4 ball like the V430W, weighing 240 to 260 grams. It’s easier on the hands and wrists and makes passing simpler. Ask the club for the ball used in its category in competition.
Can a weighted ball cause injury?
If used for too long or without method, it can strain fingers and wrists. Start with short sets, under a coach's supervision, and alternate with a normal ball. It's reserved for players who have already mastered the passing movement.
Mikasa or Molten for a club?
Both brands offer match balls. The choice mainly depends on the ball specified in your division and the feel your players prefer. Ideally, practice with the same ball as in matches.
Can the BV550C be used in the gym?
No, it is a sand ball, larger and inflated less than an indoor ball. In the gym, it rebounds and flies differently, and you lose your bearings. Keep it for beach-volley.
