Men's volley shorts
First warm-up balls, the hall still icy, partners throwing the ball back and forth: this is where the men's volley trousers do their job, keeping your legs warm until the whistle blows. You take them off to play in shorts, and pull them back on while sitting on the bench between sets.
The page mainly features jogging trousers, complemented by leggings and shorts for physical preparation.
Jogging, leggings, shorts: three different uses
The jogging bottoms are for pre-match, travel and the bench. It's the piece you wear over your shorts and that needs to be taken off quickly. The leggings fit closely to the body, worn alone during weight training or under shorts when the gym is cool. The shorts, which are shorter, stop above the knee and are used for sprint and plyometric sessions. For a club player, a jogging bottom and leggings cover the essentials of the season.
Elasticated hems, zips at the ankles: the details that matter on the court
A warm-up pant should go over indoor shoes without needing to take them off. Look for zippered ankles or a wide enough hem to take them off in seconds when entering the game. An elasticated waist with a drawstring stays in place better during jumps than a simple elastic belt. Zip pockets keep your keys and phone secure during travel.
Pants with reinforcements: read the product name
The page also features goalkeeper pants, with reinforcements at the knees and hips. They're designed for diving on a hard surface and can work for a defensive session in volleyball, but they're heavier than training joggers. The word goalkeeper in the product name helps you spot them at a glance.
Errea, Hummel, Mizuno: the brands to look for
Errea, the Italian brand that outfits the French volleyball team, offers joggers like the Mami, in black and white. Hummel has several tracksuit bottoms with short names, Pulse, Root or hmlCORE, easy to match with the brand's jackets. Mizuno rounds out the offering with its team pieces designed for volleyball clubs. Joma and Erima, two team textile brands, provide ranges from top to bottom, practical for dressing an entire team alike.
The rest of the men's outfit
The trousers are just one part of the outfit. The other categories each have their own page:
- For the match, men's jerseys gather the playing kits, in short or sleeveless cuts.
- Under the jersey, men's shorts take over from the joggers once warm-ups are finished.
- Over the top, men's jackets and tracksuits complete the outfit with your bottoms.
- Men's hoodies are available with hoods or zips, for winter travels.
- Men's t-shirts and polos are for training and staff.
- Men's socks are chosen according to the height of your shoes.
- Men's baselayers can be worn under the outfit when the gym is cold.
All men's textiles are also gathered on the men's textile page.
Pay less for tracksuit bottoms
Discounted trousers can be found throughout the year in the special textile offers. Men's end-of-line items then make their way to men's clearance. The big events follow their usual order: the Black Friday for men at the end of autumn, then Christmas, followed by the men's sales.
Frequently asked questions
Should you play volleyball in trousers?
No, matches are played in shorts in the vast majority of clubs. The trousers are for warm-ups, breaks and the bench. Some players keep leggings under their shorts when the gym is cold, which is still allowed in recreational play.
What size should I get for jogging pants?
Get your usual size if you’re wearing it alone, and check the leg length in the brand's sizing guide. If you want to wear it over shorts and knee pads, one size up will prevent it from being tight at the knees. Slim fits are closer to the body than regular cuts.
Cotton or polyester jogging pants?
Polyester dries quickly and keeps its shape wash after wash, making it suitable for sessions and tournaments. Brushed cotton is warmer and softer but absorbs sweat. Many pants mix the two for comfort and quick drying.
How to wash training pants without damaging them?
Zips closed and pants turned inside out, a low temperature cycle is enough; fabric softener, however, clogs the technical fibers. The tumble dryer relaxes the elastic waistband: it's better to avoid it. Laying flat or hanging to dry is sufficient, as polyester dries in a few hours.
Can a junior pant fit a small adult?
Yes, the largest junior sizes often fit a slim, small adult. Compare the leg length and waist size in the sizing guide before choosing. This is common among younger players moving up to senior categories.
