Pickleball, the trendy competitive sport that’s taking over outdoor courts everywhere, may look like a mashup of tennis and badminton, but it’s in a league of its own. The uniquely named game has racked up 8.9 million players in the United States as of this year. And if you want to join the masses, it’s fairly easy to do so. Gameplay only requires a court with a net, a paddle, a ball and, of course, the proper shoes to help you zip around the court.
Hannah Blatt, a pickleball player based in Delray Beach, Florida, told HuffPost she wears lightweight shoes designed for quick lateral movements.
Pickleball is all about speed, as you have to quickly glide around your side of the court to serve and return the ball with your paddle. Wearing shoes that allow you to move rapidly is crucial to your success as a beginner (or pro) player, which is why we asked Blatt and other pickleball players to share their picks for the best shoes to wear while playing. Check them out below.
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These shoes come in women's sizes 6-11.5 and in white, blue and white/pink. They have a lightweight midsole, wear-resistant rubber outsole and premium cushioning and shock absorption.
Available in white, green and a multicolor print, these shoes have a molded sock liner and heel cup and special rubber cushioning to promote swift movements on the court. They come in women's sizes 6-12.
They come in multiple colors such as yellow, white, lime green and pink, and in women's sizes 5-12, with wide options available too.
They come in women's sizes 5-12, with wide options available. Color varieties include blue, white, purple, teal and pink.
Designed for court movement, these athletic shoes offer flexibility, shock absorption, supreme cushioning and a responsive outsole. They come in women's sizes 5.5-11.
With a lightweight, low-cut design and springy cushion to help you jet around the court, these shoes are a must for your next pickleball session. They come in multiple colors and in women's sizes 5-12.
The sole of this shoe was intentionally designed with nine key pressure points for maximum responsiveness while playing. There's even extra cushioning beneath the heel for effective shock absorption. They come in pink (honeysuckle) and blue, and in women's sizes 5.5-11.