and National Federation of State High School Associations Rules Committees announced a rule change allowing the colored balls to be used in all NCAA and NFHS sanctioned games. The current rule states that the water polo ball must be "yellow with black lines", but new wording will allow for colored panels. Mikasa Sports, manufacturer of the new colored ball, claims that the new ball benefits teams by making it easier for them to keep track of their balls, differentiating the women’s balls from the men’s and teaching proper rotation on the ball. Unique designs and color combinations have been used to commemorate special competitions. See also Water polo cap Notes Further reading External links FINA Water Polo Rules USA Water Polo Rules Ball Ball Water polo Ball Inflatable manufactured goods