Football Victoria (FV) is delighted to announce that we have partnered with MITRE as our exclusive NPL ball provider for the NPL and VPL competitions in 2024 with an option to extend into 2025.
MITRE balls are a renowned name synonymous with the highest standards both locally and internationally.
In 2024, the NPL Victoria competitions will use Mitre's latest elite match ball - the Ultimax Pro- as the official match ball for 2024.
The Ultimax Pro, which also features in both the Australia Cup and the FA Cup, is a FIFA Quality Pro match ball that features Mitre’s revolutionary four-panel Hyperseal construction and Hyperflow debossed grooves, allowing for incredible flight consistency across all speeds
FV Sponsorships and Events Manager, Paul Iliopoulos said the partnership was a “significant step forward” as we approach the eve of season 2024.
“We are thrilled to announce a partnership between Football Victoria and MITRE as the official ball provider for our NPL and VPL competitions,” he continued.
“The MITRE ball is recognized for its superior quality and performance and this partnership reinforces Football Victoria's dedication to maintaining the utmost standards in our competitions.
“As we embark on this exciting journey with MITRE, we extend our gratitude to the football community for their continued support.”
Director of Sportsmart Group, Gerrard Woods said MITRE was "proud" to be chosen once again as the Official Match Ball of elite competitions in Victoria and look forward to working with Football Victoria for many years to come.
"We are delighted to continue our association with top-level football in Victoria," he said.
"Combining with our rich heritage in Australia and our dedication to technical development, we look forward to continuing to provide top-quality footballs that elevate the playing experience of every footballer at every level."
This exclusive ball partnership strengthens the six-year ongoing collaboration between MITRE and Football Victoria.
In addition to Mitre's network of resellers around the state, Clubs also have the ability to purchase balls from an exclusive portal on Mitre's website allowing for simplified purchasing and sourcing of match balls.