Volleyball spandex is as much a part of the sport as the ball. Worn by beginning juniors to Olympians and top pros. Its shape fitting qualities and versatility can make the players look like superheros. Especially in the fast action sport that constantly uses the words attack, spike, joust and dig.
Exactly where did this miracle fabric come from? A couple of places actually. First spandex was invented in 1959 by chemist Joseph Shivers at DuPont’s laboratories in the US. Second, spandex is combined with other fabrics to make the final garment more flexible. Typically spandex is as small as 10% of the final garment. When initially introduced, it revolutionized much of the apparel market. The chemical make up makes shorts, shirts, jerseys and uniforms last for a longer period as it won’t break down as rapidly from exposure to sweat, body oils and sunscreen.
Spandex is really a play on the word expands and is most commonly used in North America. Other locations of the world call it, and its slight variations, names such as elastine, polyurethane, lycra and many other names. The elasticity of spandex allows for it to expand up to seven times its length and return to its original shape while being stronger and more durable than rubber. The combining with other materials for example cotton and polyester makes it soft and comfy.
All of this makes it an excellent choice for volleyball. The game requires a player to make essential competitive moves such as jumping, spiking, digging, serving and blocking. A versatile garment lets the player focus on making a spectacular play while not worrying about their uniform binding, pinching, bunching or restricting their movements. By returning again to its original shape it ensures embarrassing accidents don’t occur or players constantly readjusting their uniforms. By being soft, supple and slightly slippery a player can move across the floor easier as they make a spectacular play. Spandex is also used in other sports including cycling and wrestling.
Some of the most favored volleyball spandex brands are Mizuo and Asics. Mizuno is the official sponsor of the U.S. Olympic volleyball team. They are the brands of choice by Olympians and leading pros as they wick moisture and sweat away keeping players dry and comfortable.
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