Mikasa USA & CIF-SS sign extension
LOS ALAMITOS, CA – Los Alamitos, CA –The CIF Southern Section and Mikasa USA announced a five-year partnership extension for Mikasa to be the Official indoor volleyball for all boys and girls championship events.
The CIF Southern Section boasts 560 member schools and more than 2,800 championship playoff events.
“We are proud to renew our partnership with Mikasa as the official provider for CIF Southern Section Boys and Girls Indoor Volleyball for the next five years,” said CIF-SS Commissioner of Athletics Mike West. “Mikasa has long been a trusted and respected leader in the volleyball community at the highest levels of the sport. Their continued commitment, expertise, and high-quality products will greatly benefit our volleyball programs and student athletes. We sincerely appreciate Mikasa’s ongoing support of the CIF Southern Section and our member schools.”
The five-year agreement will run through June 2031, and, during the term, CIF-SS member schools will exclusively use Mikasa volleyballs during all playoff and championship rounds.
“We are absolutely thrilled to renew our indoor volleyball partnership with the CIF-Southern Section,” said Harry Iizuka, President and CEO of Mikasa USA. “The CIF-SS represents one of the most competitive and respected high school volleyball communities in the country, and it is an honor for Mikasa to continue providing the official game ball for its student-athletes. This renewed commitment reflects our shared dedication to excellence, integrity, and the continued growth of the sport at every level.”
About CIF Southern Section
The CIF Southern Section is comprised of 560-member schools and is one section in the 10-section California Interscholastic Federation, the largest state association in the country. The Southern Section, if it were its own state association, would rank No. 11 (behind Texas, California, Ohio, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, and Missouri).
About Mikasa USA
Mikasa USA, headquartered in Riverside, California, is a proud subsidiary of Mikasa Corporation and represents the globally recognized MIKASA brand. With over 100 years of history and excellence, MIKASA is a leading international sports brand specializing in the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, and sales of premium inflatable athletic balls. Renowned for its deep heritage in the sport of volleyball, MIKASA offers a comprehensive lineup of volleyballs, equipment, and accessories trusted by athletes at every level of the game.
