What kind of shoes do you need for netball?
The only brands that invest in netball trainers are ASICS, Mizuno and Gilbert, don’t be fooled by other brands that use trainers from other sports and just call them netball shoes. ASICS and Mizuno particularly invest in a lot of research and development PLUS they are worn by the top players around the world.
Are running shoes good for netball?
Running shoes are suitable for conditioning activities such as the gym, or short distance runs, so can be worn during these activities. However, it is recommended that netball-specific shoes, or cross-trainers as a second-best option, are worn for netball training and games.
What shoes do professional netball players wear?
Almost 93% of netballers wear netball specific shoes Netball shoes are not just about the required protection but more importantly how much more efficient you become on court. (Only ASICS, Mizuno, Nike & Gilbert are netball specific trainers). Secondly, Mizuno have overtaken ASICS in the number one spot.
Are Asics running shoes good for netball?
ASICS create some of the best court-specific netball shoes. This highly-rated trainer can withstand high wear on the netball court. Lightweight, breathable and with a great bounce-back, they’ll keep your energy levels high long after half-time.
Are netball shoes the same as tennis shoes?
In fact, we now often suggest netball shoes as the most suitable for gym based fitness activities. In recent years tennis shoes have reduced their weight & they now tick all the boxes to be very suitable shoes for netball, as the playing surface & movement patterns in netball & tennis are very similar.
What’s the difference between running shoes and netball shoes?
A netball shoe is a ‘court specific’ shoe that is designed to withstand side-to-side and stop start movements required in court sports (such as netball and basketball). As opposed to a running shoe, which is designed for straight-line high impact, repetitious activities such as walking and running.
Can I wear tennis shoes for netball?
In recent years tennis shoes have reduced their weight & they now tick all the boxes to be very suitable shoes for netball, as the playing surface & movement patterns in netball & tennis are very similar. If you are a shoe destroyer it may well be in your interest to consider tennis shoes.
Can I wear netball shoes for walking?
Why are Asics good for netball?
AHAR: ASICS High Abrasion Rubber is the tough material that protects the high-impact areas of the outersole. Personal Heel Fit System (P.H.F): Our P.H.F moulds itself to your heel shape, making the shoes accommodating for the demands of netball.
Can I use basketball shoes for netball?
Most netball shoes are made from rubber and materials that do not mark. This is a good consideration for those playing on indoor courts. Cross trainers, joggers and even some basketball shoes are more likely to leave marks.
Are basketball and netball shoes the same?
Whether you play basketball, futsal, netball or even tennis the requirements from your shoes are pretty much the same. Given that I play basketball I will be referring to my basketball shoes as an example but the same rules apply no matter what sport you play.