CIF-Southern Section and Mikasa Sports Enter Partnership
Irvine, CA - March 3rd, 2006: The CIF-Southern Section and Mikasa Sports USA have entered a contract to make Mikasa's men's and women's water polo balls "the official" ball of the CIF-SS. Mikasa water polo balls will be exclusively used during the CIF-SS playoffs.
"After six years of not being the official ball, Mikasa is very excited to be back with the CIF-SS" said Richard McCoy President of Mikasa Sports USA. "Water Polo is a terrific sport and Mikasa wants to continue to associate itself with those organizations that help promote the growth of water polo." This new contract is a five year contract starting with the 2006 seasons.
Mikasa Sports USA based in the heart of the CIF-Southern Section, is also the "Official Ball" of the 2008 Olympics, FINA, and USA Water Polo.
Mikasa Sports USA is a manufacturer and distributor of inflatable balls. Mikasa Sports USA has been providing high level athletic balls and sports equipment to North America since 1972.