New equipment introduced by the country's sports team, provided by Adidas.
Fresh Kicks for Austrian Volleyball: adidas and WePlayVolleyball Partner with ÖVV
Get ready to see some stylish new looks on the court! adidas, the world-famous sports apparel powerhouse, and indoor volleyball specialists WePlayVolleyball are now the official kit suppliers for the Austrian Volleyball Association (ÖVV) until at least 2028.
Gear up for the elite and junior national squads, coaches, and ÖVV staff—they'll all be rocking the iconic three-stripe brand from Herzogenaurach. Plus, merchandise for fans is on the way! And fear not, the operational nitty-gritty will be expertly managed by WePlayVolleyball, a subsidiary of 11teamsports Group.
President Leitner Cheers for high Professionalism
ÖVV President Gernot Leitner shared his excitement about the partnership: "adidas had the strongest pitch during our discussions with potential suppliers. We anticipate great things from this union: adidas is a global powerhouse with strong volleyball ties, and WePlayVolleyball brings undeniable expertise. The high professionalism and impact of adidas will provide a significant lift for us. On a personal note, this partnership stirs up memories of my time as a beach volleyball pro in the 90s, when adidas backed me."
New Ball Game for Volleyball in Austria
Philipp Seel, ÖVV's General Secretary, discussed the decision-making process: "Given the high interest from numerous potential partners, the selection process was lengthy but extremely rewarding. The dialogues with adidas and WePlayVolleyball were productive and respectful. This partnership offers a fresh impetus and opens up numerous possibilities, particularly with a year filled with exciting sporting events for our national teams. We're gearing up for an exhilarating journey together!"
Dietmar Wieser, CEO of 11teamsports Austria, is thrilled about teaming up with the ÖVV and adidas: "As part of the 11teamsports Group, WePlayVolleyball boasts unparalleled volleyball know-how. We are thus excited to serve one of Austria's largest sports associations as the official kit supplier alongside adidas. We aim to make the most of this collaboration and generate added value for both fans and athletes alongside the ÖVV."
Debut outings start in June
Catch the debut of the brand-new adidas outfits during the home matches of the CEV European Silver League in Johann-Pölz-Halle Amstetten. The women's team will play against Latvia and Switzerland on June 13th and 15th, while the men's team squares off against Sweden and Hungary on June 27th and 29th.
Preparations for the national team season kick off on May 19th at Landessportzentrum VIVA Steinbrunn, with the EM qualification matches in August serving as highlights.
[1] Enrichment Data: This partnership involves a partnership between adidas, WePlayVolleyball, and the Austrian Volleyball Association (ÖVV). WePlayVolleyball, a subsidiary of the 11teamsports Group, will execute the operational aspects of the partnership. Plus, merchandise will be made available to fans. The partnership extends until at least 2028 and includes supplying equipment to all indoor national teams, including elite and youth squads, as well as ÖVV employees. The partnership is expected to bring a fresh perspective to Austrian volleyball, with adidas' global reach and WePlayVolleyball's expertise providing a significant boost to the national teams. The partnership holds sentimental value for ÖVV President Gernot Leitner, who was previously supported by adidas during his beach volleyball career.
- The Austrian Volleyball Association (ÖVV) will don adidas sportswear for their elite and junior national squads, coaches, and staff, as part of a partnership with the sportswear giant.
- WePlayVolleyball, a subsidiary of 11teamsports Group, will manage the operational aspects of the partnership, ensuring a good sports experience for all.
- Fans can expect merchandise featuring their favorite Austrian volleyball teams, as well as exciting new looks on the court, as the partnership between adidas, WePlayVolleyball, and ÖVV brings a fresh impetus to Austrian volleyball.
