Football Victoria (FV) is proud to announce Mitre as our exclusive and official ball partner in a landmark three-year agreement.
Having served as the exclusive ball supplier for the 2025 NPL and VPL competitions, Mitre will now also supply the official match ball for the Dockerty Cup, as well as Community and Social competitions.
FV Commercial Executive Manager Chris Speldewinde said the announcement was a “significant deal” ahead of the 2026 season.
“Mitre has been a trusted partner of Football Victoria for many years, and this new agreement reinforces our shared commitment to elevating the game at every level,” he said.
“As we move into the 2026 season, having a world-class ball partner ensures our clubs and players are equipped with the highest standards in performance,” he continued.
As part of the partnership, Mitre will also act as a Bronze Partner of the FV Business League, an exclusive networking group designed to help members grow their network, showcase their brand, and connect with like-minded professionals who share a passion for football and business.
For the 2026 NPL Victoria season, clubs will compete with the Mitre Ultimax Pro 26, the newest evolution of Mitre’s iconic match ball line. The updated Ultimax Pro introduces brand-new technology, improved performance, and a modernised design inspired by the original 1995 Mitre Ultimax.
The ball features an all-new panel configuration engineered for enhanced control, truer flight, and a more powerful connection with every strike.
Director of Sportsmart Group, Gerrard Woods, said Mitre was “proud” to continue its longstanding partnership with FV.
“Our goal has always been to support the growth of football across the state by delivering products that players and coaches can trust at every level,” he said.
This exclusive partnership further strengthens the eight-year collaboration between Mitre and Football Victoria, one of the longest-standing relationships in the industry.
In addition to Mitre’s extensive network of resellers, clubs will also be able to purchase match balls through an exclusive online portal, offering simple and streamlined ordering.