Club Bulletin
Aug 14, 2024
CNN Best Pickleball Shoes featuring David Radisch
I’ve played pickleball for years and needed new shoes — experts recommended these ones
By Rachel Rothman, CNN Underscored
Published 1:09 PM EDT, Wed August 14, 2024
Pickleball fever continues to sweep the nation as the fastest growing sport in America, according to the Sports and Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), and for good reason. It’s a fantastic way to stay active, get some exercise and have fun. But like any court sport, having the right pickleball shoes is essential to avoid injury, stay comfortable and elevate your game.
As a testing editor with over 15 years experience and a recreational pickleball player for over 25 years (yes, it’s been around that long!), I recently realized it was time to level up my own gear as I’ve been playing more regularly. So, I teamed up with Stephanie Preston (nee Drexel), a physical therapist in New Jersey, who frequently works with athletes in sports medicine, and David Radisch, regional pickleball director for Sportime, to not only find my own perfect pickleball shoes but help guide you toward the best pair as well. As Radisch notes, “Thanks to the popularity of the sport, there are now many more choices so you can find the right sneaker for you.”