NCAA’S New Bright Orange Basketballs

(3-19-22) In June 2021 the Wilson Sporting Goods Co., in partnership with the National Collegiate Athletic Association® (NCAA), introduced its new official game ball for the 2022 NCAA men’s and women’s basketball championships, as well as the National Invitation Tournament. Featuring the NCAA logo with gold foil embellishments, the Evo NXT will be used beginning with the 2021-22 season.

I can guarantee you these aren’t $5.99 basketballs. We took the best technologies from the previous NCAA game balls, the best technologies from the Evolution basketball (the number one game ball in the world) and created the new ball that you see being used this year.

— Dave White (@DaveWhite1223) March 16, 2022

Wilson worked with the governing body and its member schools to test and approve the new ball that has a Micro-Touch cover, providing an extra layer of grip and moisture management, and a super soft core providing exceptional control and a softer feel. The Evo NXT’s revolutionary extended-range tech optimally balances the weight of the ball, with advanced internal construction, making the ball easier to shoot from long-range.

Is this a new ball for the NCAA tournament? It’s bright orange and bothering me!

— Cody Zeller (@CodyZeller) March 16, 2022

Can high school game balls be bright orange soon?