We are thrilled to announce that Mikasa ambassadors Sara Hughes and Kelly Cheng have officially qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! This remarkable achievement highlights their dedication, talent, and relentless pursuit of excellence in beach volleyball.
After turning professional in 2017, Hughes and Cheng quickly established themselves as formidable competitors on the international beach volleyball circuit. Despite a brief separation in 2018 to explore individual growth, their reunion in late 2022 marked the beginning of a new chapter. Within a year, they won the World Tour Final title and clinched the World Championship in October 2023, solidifying their status as world champions.
Their qualification for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games is a testament to their hard work, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the sport. For Kelly Cheng, the Olympics present an opportunity to showcase her growth and achieve her dream of Olympic gold. Sara Hughes, making her Olympic debut, brings a lifelong ambition to represent her country on the grandest stage, inspired by her idol, Misty May-Treanor.
As they prepare for Paris 2024, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Sara Hughes and Kelly Cheng. We are immensely proud to support these outstanding athletes as they continue to inspire and achieve greatness. Best of luck, Sara and Kelly—your Mikasa family is cheering you on every step of the way!