February 3rd, 2014

<News Release>

PR14-S00７

Official Game Ball of the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup toFeature a Custom Design

Molten Corporation, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of competition quality sports balls, will provide the official
game ball for the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup.

This prestigious event, formerly known as the FIBA WorldChampionships, is the flagship event of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and will take place in Spain from
August 30, 2014 through September 14, 2014.

The GL7 game ball will combine Molten’s trademark 12-panel, two-tone Giugiaro design, which has been used forthree straight tournaments since the tournament was held in Japan in 2006, with a new custom 2014 Basketball World
Cup design.

Created in collaboration with FIBA, this will be the first time a custom designed ball has been developed

exclusively for an individual FIBA event, incorporating the elements of the championship's brand identity.

As a global sponsor of FIBA, Molten has been the official game ball supplier to the FIBA World Championships since1982. Their top leather basketballs have served as the official game ball for numerous international tournaments andcompetitions, including the Olympics. Guided by their brand statement, "For the real game," Molten is committed toproducing the absolute best products to serve the global basketball community and support the growth of the sportworldwide.
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■ Custom Game Ball Design for the Tournament
The 2014 FIBA World Cup logo developed by FIBA for the tournamentcelebrates the beauty of the host country, Spain. Inspired by the energy
and passion of the Spanish culture, the 2014 logo features a ‘flamenco’
design, juxtaposing the sport of basketball with the complexity andvibrant spirit of dance. The official game ball combines this logo with
Molten’s trademark 12-panel, 2-tone GIUGARO design, to create a truly
unique appearance while increasing the ball’s visibility on the court for
both athletes and spectators.

■ GL7 Technology
1. Molten Flat-Pebble Surface

Typical Ball

GL7

Typical Ball

GL7

Molten has modified the standard pebble surface of the basketball tohave a smoother texture.

This flat-pebble surface provides anincreased area of contact to deliver maximum grip and ultimate ballcontrol.

2. Molten Full-Flat Seam
By flattening the area around the seams and eliminating the differencein height, Molten’s full-flat seam basketballs provide more consistentbackspin and stable, accurate shooting and passing no matter how theball is held.

■ Molten's Giugiaro Design Series Basketball Used Worldwide
The GL7, GL6 and other basketballs from Molten's Giugiaro Design Series have been used as the official game ball bynumerous national and international basketball organizations worldwide, including: FIBA; FIBA Europe; FIBA Asia; FIBA
Americas.

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■ Product Overview

Game Ball
Name

Replica

GL7

GM7GR7Number

BGL7-WC14M

BGM7-WC14MBGR7-WC14M

Material

Natural leather

Synthetic leather

Rubber

FIBA (InternationalOfficial Approval

Basketball Federation)
official approved ballIntellectual Property

Registered design

Rights
Producer Country

Made in Thailand■About Molten
Molten, a manufacturer of balls and sports equipment, has been making and marketing basketballs, volleyballs, soccerballs and handballs of uncompromising quality since 1958. Molten continues to raise global standards, supplying theofficial game balls and sports equipment for major leagues, teams and international tournaments around the world.
For further information, please visit www.molten.co.jp.

■For the real game
Molten's brand statement, "For the real game", encapsulates what we hope to accomplish through our products andactivities. It is our conviction that the real game happens only when impeccable balls and sports equipment enable
athletes to realize their full potential and maximize performance.

■Product image data (JPEG) is also available
Contact Information
Molten Corporation
International Market Sales & Marketing Department
Sports Division
Kenjiro Annoki
Tel: (+81-3)3625-7648
Fax: (+81-3)3625-7738

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