Level up Your Pickleball Game With These Functional Sneakers

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If you're among the many to join the recent pickleball craze and want to level up your game this summer, there are a couple of key pieces you can't go without. First and foremost, you're going to want to invest in a good set of paddles for acing your serve. Then, you're going to want to wear an stylish outfit that's suitable for on and off the court. And last but not least, and perhaps most importantly, you're going to need to swap your running shoes for a pair of sneakers that allow for controlled movements and extra speed.

Fortunately, with the rise of the sport, more and more brands are designing shoes ideal for playing the game. Below, we rounded up the best pickleball shoes for hitting the court in style.

Women's Gel-RENMA Pickleball Shoes

Specifically designed for pickleball, these sneakers offer a supportive fit that allows you to bounce around the court with ease and ASIC's signature GEL technology that provides extra comfort during abrupt landings.

Size Range: 5-12

One reviewer writes: "My feet didn't hurt from the very first time I wore them, I'm sure because they are designed especially for the lateral protection in pickleball that had been causing my problem. These shoes really made a difference."

Viper Court-Athletic Indoor Outdoor Pickleball Shoes

Great for both indoor and outdoor courts, Skechers pickleball sneakers boast Goodyear rubber outsoles for enhanced traction, plus a podiatrist-designed insole for extra arch support and a breathable mesh upper for maximum comfort.

Size Range: 5-11

One reviewer writes: "I have very challenging feet, including a wide toe box and plantar fasciitis and these are my favorite shoes for pickleball. I bought them in every color!"

Express Light Pickleball Shoe

Just as the name suggests, these mesh K-Swiss kicks feel weightless on feet. They also offer 180-degree thermal plastic Plantar Support Chassis for extra stability and feature extra cushioning and an ortholite sock liner with anti–microbial properties for keeping feet cool and sweat-free.

Size Range: 5-12

One Amazon shopper writes: "They give me great support and the fit is so good I don't think about my feet while playing."

Rush Pro Ace Pickler Women's Pickleball Shoe

Wilson's Rush Pro Ace was designed with a roomy toe box for accommodating wider feet, as well as an asymmetrical heel-toe chassis that provides more stability and extra padding that feels like a dream to walk, jump, and run in.

Size Range: 5.5-11

One shopper writes: "I tried about 3 other shoes for pickleball before settling on this one. Immediately comfortable and played for hours without blisters or discomfort. Seriously the best!"

Court Air Zoom Vapor 11 Hard Court Tennis Shoes

Ideal for those with narrow feet, these pair get top marks for its light-as-air construction that helps you move around agilely and an easy-on, easy-off silhouette that molds to your feet.

Size Range: 5-12

Adizero Ubersonic 4.1 Tennis Shoes

This pair has a lightweight construction for a speed, a supportive sock-like fit for stability, grippy outsoles for enhanced traction, and extra protection for areas more prone to abrasion. Basically, it's everything you look for in a pickleball shoe!

Size Range: 5-11.5

New Balance 796v3

A mesh construction makes these sleek sneakers featherlight to play in, while the plush insole helps you move easier and quicker. The pair also features New Balance's special NDure and NDurance technologies for superior traction and more durability, ensuring you're always on your best game possible.

Size Range: 5-12

THE ROGER Pro

While they're technically designed for tennis, this On Running pair (co-created with tennis champ Roger Federer) happen to also be ideal for pickleball players. It has a weightless feel that allows you to glide at a supersonic speed around the court and a grippy outsole that performs especially well on hard courts.

Size Range: 5-11

Wisteria Court Trainer

Designed with flexibility in mind, these sneakers are made with an ultra-durable, airy, and lightweight material that hugs the feet comfortably and allow for more controlled movements in all different directions. The outsole also has a 360 degree bumpers that protect against toe drags, slides, and any other kind of abrasion.

Size Range: 5-11

One reviewer writes: "Love these tropical court shoes. I play a lot of pickleball and do a lot of tournaments. They are lightweight and comfortable. True to size. I get lots of compliments on them every time I’m on the court."

Pickleball Shoes - Corrine Signature Edition

Designed in collaboration with pickleball pro Corrine Carr, these sneakers are extremely lightweight and provide great support, ensuring your feet stay comfortable while on the court.

Size Range: 6-12

One Amazon reviewer says: "Love this PB sneaker. It is true to size, provides great support and is lightweight. Love the change to the blue mesh on the toe box... Very durable. The best fit for my foot of any sneaker I have worn for PB."

Lightweight Sneaker Fashion Indoor Court Shoes

These sneakers have a rubber sole that helps prevent skidding and slipping, making them a suitable option for indoor courts. Beyond that, they have a breathable upper and lightweight feel that provides long-lasting comfort.

Size Range: 5-12

One reviewer writes: "These are pretty straight across the front, but they fit great! They really grip the floor in our gym! They are nice and soft inside, and very comfortable after several matches. They seem to hug my feet."

Prince Women's Prime Position Pickleball Shoes

Thanks to a reinforced mesh upper, these Prince sneakers will keep your feet cool and dry during an intense summer match. Other notable features include the Ortholite midsole that provides all-day comfort, the herringbone outsole for extra grip, and the midfoot lockdown lacing system for a more fit.

Size Range: 6-11

Tennis SFX 3 All Court

If you suffer from bunions, these sleek sneakers are designed with more space at the forefront that allow your feet to breathe. Equally as notable: They have a sock-like fit and supremely cushiony and shock-absorbing insoles that reduce stress on your soles and heels.

Size Range: 5.5-11

One Amazon reviewer raves: "These are my top favorites for my wide arched feet with bunions. Played hours of pickleball in them - brand new, first day - they were simply perfect. Light, airy, breathable, and great cushioning. Soles are designed well for my forward sprints and quick lateral pivots. Wore for 3 days (9 hours of play) and my feet feel wonderful."

Wide Width Pickleball Shoes for Men

Another great option for wide feet, these men's kicks boast a spacious toe box as well as innovative insoles that not only deliver cloud-like comfort, but also provide arch support, feature anti-odor technology, and reduce foot strain.

Size Range: 7-14

One Amazon reviewer writes: "The shoes fit really well, I was concerned about them being a wide but they fit really well. After playing pickleball in them a few times I find them to excellently designed for both lateral and forward movement. Also well cushioned so my feet don’t get as tired after playing."

Women's Volley Zone Pickleball Shoes

Stay on theme with Fila's pickleball-inspired sneaker, featuring a TPU midfoot shank for added stability, an EVA midsole for added cushioning, and a high abrasion toe cap for added durability.

Size Range: 6-11

One reviewer says: "Super light weight. Good arch support. Good traction. Lower cut on the sides where your ankle bone is which is different from the other shoes I tried on making them more comfortable. Great fun color."

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