The UBC Thunderbirds women's volleyball team finished the 2015 portion of its season with an 11-1 record, and its strong start was accompanied by a new "retro" styled jersey. The team unveiled Mizuno's new sublimated uniforms in October against the Manitoba and looked sharp as they defeated the Bisons on two consecutive nights in straight sets.
Photo by Rich Lam/UBC ThunderbirdsMizuno, the teams on-court apparel sponsor, involved the players heavily in the uniform design process, and the players loved having the opportunity to be the creators of what they wear. The players wanted a throwback look and they had a myriad of styles and design options to choose from to create the look that they wanted. The material allows the players to move with ease and takes everything the players can throw at it.
Mizuno Canada has provided the team with tremendous support both as UBC's on-court supplier and the chief supporter of the program's high school tournament and the 'Birds love being supplied by the world's premier volleyball supplier.