Tuesday evening at training, Saturday in matches, Sunday in the rain on the way back from the tournament: the Mizuno textile from Black Friday covers every moment of a volleyball player's week: high socks, shorts, Team Kobe tracksuits, rain jackets and bibs.
The Japanese brand, very present in volleyball with its shoes, also signs the matching textile for both seniors and juniors.
The high Mizuno socks, in white and blue, rise up the calf as style dictates for volley. The multisport socks and Team socks, in white and black or navy blue, are for training, and the pack of long training socks will last a whole season. Since they rub inside the shoe with every step, make sure to have several pairs.
White, black, navy blue, or red: the Trad Shukyu shorts are a simple team short, easy to match with a jersey. The Core shorts, including a two-in-one model, are more aimed at running and fitness training.
Made from mesh, the Team Kobe tracksuit combines a jacket and trousers in team colours: green and black, red and navy, navy and yellow, black and white, and various combinations of navy and white. It dresses a whole team for warm-ups and travel, with a unified look from the bench to the bus.
Black, fluorescent yellow, or royal blue, the RB waterproof jacket keeps off the rain on the way to the gym or tournament. The bibs, sold in packs, come in royal blue, fluorescent pink, or fluorescent yellow, and are used to form teams during matches.
On the jersey side, there are many options for men, women, and juniors, especially in the Team range. A team can thus pair jerseys, shorts, and tracksuits from the same brand, in similar colours.
Mizuno is also a big brand for running, and part of the selection is dedicated to it: shorts, t-shirts, and lightweight jackets, useful for warming up or physical preparation.
The page Black Friday textile gathers all the brands. And for Mizuno shoes, head to Black Friday shoes. After Christmas, the textile sales will arrive.
High, multisport, or Team, all the Mizuno socks from the operation are here. Set the family filter to socks and compare the heights.
It's primarily a style thing, rooted in volley culture. They also protect the lower leg from rubbing when you slide on the floor in defence.
Worn over the kit, they separate the group into two teams for a match. Make sure to have at least two colours to let everyone play.
Some of the Mizuno team ranges are available in junior sizes. Check the available sizes on the product page before ordering for a youth team.
It keeps off the rain and wind, but it doesn't keep you warm on its own. In very cold weather, put it on over a sweatshirt.