The Baden VX5EC Elite is an NFHS-approved indoor volleyball built with a microfiber composite leather cover, hand-sewn symmetrical panels, and a cotton-wrapped core for consistent flight and true touch. It's a top choice for high school, club, and competitive indoor volleyball programs across South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska, and it's available through MRG Hauff (formerly Daubys, Dakota Sports, Hauff Sports, and Dakota Lettering).
Product Overview
The Baden VX5EC Elite volleyball is engineered for athletes and programs that demand game-day reliability. Its soft-touch microfiber composite leather cover reduces sting on hard-driven serves while maintaining the grip and control competitive players expect. Hand-sewn symmetrical panels keep the ball balanced for true, predictable flight on every serve, set, and spike, and Baden's Stealth Valve System nearly eliminates valve interference for a smoother rotation. Inside, a cotton-wrapped carcass helps the ball hold its shape through a full season of practices and matches, giving coaches a dependable game ball and players a consistent feel from warm-up to match point.
As an official NFHS indoor volleyball, the VX5EC Elite meets the standards required for official high school gameplay and is also trusted at the club and select levels of competitive indoor volleyball.
Key Features
- Microfiber composite leather cover for a soft touch and reduced sting
- Hand-sewn symmetrical panels for balanced, true flight
- Stealth Valve System for smooth, consistent rotation
- Cotton-wrapped core for lasting shape retention and durability
- NFHS-approved for official high school competition
- Built for indoor play — practices, matches, and tournaments
Perfect For
- Perfect for high school volleyball programs needing an NFHS-approved game ball for varsity and JV competition
- Perfect for club and select volleyball teams training and competing across Sioux Falls, Fargo, Rapid City, Omaha, Lincoln, and the broader five-state region
- Perfect for daily practice and drill work, thanks to durable construction that holds up under heavy repetition
- Perfect for coaches who want a consistent, reliable ball across their entire program from freshman to varsity
- Perfect for team equipment orders alongside custom volleyball jerseys, scorebooks, and fundraising gear from MRG Hauff
- Perfect for gyms and athletic departments outfitting multiple courts with matching official game balls
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Baden VX5EC Elite approved for high school volleyball?
Yes. The Baden VX5EC Elite is an NFHS-approved indoor volleyball, making it suitable for official high school matches as well as club and tournament play.
What makes the VX5EC Elite different from a standard practice ball?
The VX5EC Elite uses a microfiber composite leather cover, hand-sewn symmetrical panels, and a cotton-wrapped core — construction typically found in game-level volleyballs rather than basic training balls — for truer flight and better shape retention over time.
Is this volleyball good for indoor or outdoor play?
The VX5EC Elite is designed specifically for indoor volleyball. Outdoor use can accelerate wear on the microfiber cover, so it's best reserved for gyms and indoor training facilities.
Where can teams in the Upper Midwest order the Baden VX5EC Elite?
Teams across South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska can order the Baden VX5EC Elite through MRG Hauff, along with custom team apparel, screen printing, and lettering services.