NAIA Partners with RIP-IT Sports in Volleyball and Softball Footwear Deal

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) announced it has come to an agreement with RIP-IT Sports as its new ‘Official Shoe’ for NAIA Women’s Volleyball and ‘Official Cleat’ for NAIA Softball. The initial term of the agreement will run through May of 2027.

RIP-IT Sports provides top-of-the-line footwear, along with other protective equipment, throughout all levels of sports. Their focus of elevating female performance will allow NAIA members to find footwear that will perform optimally for their student-athletes.

“We are excited to welcome RIP-IT as an NAIA partner," said NAIA President and CEO Jim Carr. "We believe our members will find great quality and value with their footwear products.” 

Key features of the footwear:

Women’s Future Court Volleyball Shoe

• Includes a 360-degree fit system that comfortably encircles the player’s foot. Adjusting the shoelaces tighter or looser can modify the level of support needed.

Ringor Pro Softball Shoe

• Features an ultra-light and flexible SpeedToe that is chemically bonded to provide extra protection for the player on the toe and sides of the Ringor Pro, which is great for pitchers and other players.

“We are thrilled to partner with the NAIA to continue fostering athletic excellence by providing innovative products for women competing at the collegiate level,” said Janelle Anderson, RIP-IT CEO. “Introducing our new volleyball and softball shoes is an exciting step in RIP-IT’s journey to provide the newest innovative footwear in sports, specifically for female athletes. The shoes are more than just performance enhancers; they testify

to women’s strength, resilience, and determination in sports. We believe in empowering female athletes to reach their highest potential, and these designs reflect our commitment to providing the tools and confidence to excel.”

ABOUT NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS (NAIA) The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), headquartered in Kansas City, Mo., is a governing body of small athletics programs that are dedicated to character-driven intercollegiate athletics. NAIA members provide more than 83,000 student-athletes with opportunities to play college sports, earn $1.3 billion in scholarships and compete in 28 national championships. naia.org | @NAIA

ABOUT RIP-IT RIP-IT Sports is dedicated to a single, impactful mission: enhancing female athletic performance. Since its founding in 1999, RIP-IT Sports has been investing in research and technology to design and produce innovative gear and apparel designed exclusively for the unique needs of female athletes in the sports of softball, volleyball, soccer and athletic training. With a commitment to flawless fit and optimal performance, RIP-IT products can be found in sporting goods stores nationwide and online at www.ripit.com.