Molten Corporation, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of competition quality sports balls, and the International Handball Federation (IHF) have signed an agreement naming Molten the official game ball of the IHF. Beginning with the 2014 Women’s Junior World Championships held in Croatia on June 28, 2014, Molten’s elite X5000 Series Handballs will be used in all games organized and sanctioned by the IHF. The partnership also includes the launch of a comprehensive strategic marketing initiative as well as collaboration on a variety of cross promotional elements.

Statement from Dr. Hassan Moustafa, President of the International Handball Federation

Balls are a crucial part of handball – and therefore we are very proud to have a new, but highly experienced official ball partner at our side. Molten has gained experience in producing high-tech handballs for decades, they are passionate about our sport. In close cooperation with Molten, the International Handball Federation will work on perfect balls for perfect handball matches – following their claim “for the real game”. We are proud to have a new globally thinking and globally leading long-term partner.

Statement from Kiyo Tamiaki, the President and CEO of the Molten Corporation

“We are very pleased to begin our partnership with the IHF and the selection of Molten to be used as the official game ball in the world’s most elite handball competitions. Molten is dedicated to being at the forefront of technological innovation with the goal of providing the highest quality and value to athletes throughout the world. We are honored to have been given this wonderful opportunity to partner with the IHF and we offer our heartfelt thanks to the IHF President, Dr. Moustafa, and all of those involved in serving the sport of handball. Guided by our brand statement ‘For the real game,’ Molten is committed to producing the absolute best products to fulfill and exceed the expectations of the handball community.”

 Official game ball of the IHF

The Top of the Line X5000 Handball

● Ultra soft foam construction provides exceptional grip 

● Premium cover material with optimum texture allows for enhanced ball control

■ About the International Handball Federation 

Founded in 1946, the IHF supervises all the federations in five continents: the Asian Handball Federation, African Handball Federation, Pan-American Team Handball Federation, Oceania Handball Federation and the European Handball Federation. The Head Office is located in Basle, Switzerland. 

Website：http://www.ihf.info/