Indoor volleyballs are specifically designed for the indoor version of the sport, while beach volleyballs are tailored for the beach game. Indoor volleyballs come in either a solid white color or the brightest shade of yellow. They are produced in two variations: a youth version, slightly smaller and lighter than adult volleyballs, and a heavier "medicine ball" type designed for setters to enhance finger strength. Beach volleyballs are slightly larger than standard indoor balls, featuring a coarser external texture and lower internal pressure. They come in vibrant colors or a solid white option. The earliest volleyballs were crafted using leather panels over a rubber carcass.
Major brands There are several brands of competitive volleyballs in use, including, but not limited to: •
NIVIA Volleyball •
Tachikara •
Molten • Allsix • Copaya •
Wilson • Baden Sports •
Mikasa •
Mizuno •
Nike •
Spalding •
Beta •
USSPT http://www.usspt.com • Gala (made in Czech Republic) Most of these brands also make cheaper variations for recreational (non-competitive) use.
Adopted use • Mikasa makes the official balls of the
Fédération Internationale de Volleyball and the CEV -
European Volleyball Confederation (beach and indoor). • Molten makes the official ball of
USA Volleyball. • Molten makes the official ball of
NCAA indoor volleyball. • Wilson makes the official ball of the
Association of Volleyball Professionals (beach) and NCAA beach volleyball.
History In 1895, the initial development of the Volleyball ball was made of a basket bladder according to William G. Morgan, the inventor of Volleyball. == See also ==