CEV and Mikasa officially unveiled the special balls that will be used for EuroVolley 2026 for men and women.
The new design of the V200W-EV model has been created specifically for the continental championship and incorporates the colors associated with the host countries of the final weekends – Italy for men and Turkey for women.
CEV emphasizes that the balls combine a modern look with an element of tradition. The white area in the design is a subtle reference to the past when volleyballs were predominantly of this color.
CEV President Rocco Sikić stated that the new balls should strengthen EuroVolley's identity and serve as a recognizable symbol of the most prestigious competition for national teams in Europe.
Mikasa also expressed satisfaction with the joint project. The company's President and CEO, Yuji Saeki, emphasized that the special edition was created with the idea of inspiring both the athletes and volleyball fans across the Old Continent.
EuroVolley 2026 for women will take place from August 21 to September 6 in Turkey, Czechia, Azerbaijan, and Sweden.
The men's competition begins on September 9 and will conclude on September 26 with the finals in Milan. Matches will be played in Italy, Bulgaria, Finland, and Romania.
The EuroVolley 2026 champions will receive not only the European title but also a direct quota for the Olympic Games in Los Angeles 2028.

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