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The recreational game seemingly exploded onto the scene overnight, and it’s continued to grow ever since.

A person wears the K-Swiss Women’s Court Express Pickleball Shoes

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We then narrowed down the group to 9 of the best pickleball shoes for beginners with the highest rankings.

One tester found that the shoe moves and feels like a normalsneakerwith even padding throughout.

Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes

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The traction also improved over time.

When it comes to wear and tear, the shoe held up great.

One tester said it felt like they were stepping into a cloud with these shoes.

A person plays pickleball while wearing the Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes

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Doesn’t get much better than that.

These feature all the quick-pivot mechanics needed for new pickleball players to successfully play.

They also have solid arch support and traction to accommodate the agility of the sport.

A pair of Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes in a shoebox with the tags on

The strong herringbone tread and breathable mesh are stand-out features, as well.

Our tester found that they were perfect for everyday wear because of their great design and stylish look.

These babies are super lightweight and have great traction on indoor and outdoor courts.

The treads on the bottom of the Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes

The shoe is also super flexible and molds nicely to the foot after just a few wears.

These scored high marks in durability and showed no signs of wear during our testing period.

There was no fraying of the laces or discoloration of the white mesh," they said.

A pair of Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes on a pickleball court

Thats why we picked these on shoes.

This sneaker feels like it hugs your foot without feeling restricted," says the tester.

There are no real differences between pickleball and tennis shoes, our experts say.

A close-up of the fabric on the Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes

I used to wear New Balance for the longest time until they recently discontinued the style I liked.

So, I just tried out the new on Court shoes and I really like them.

You shouldn’t wear normal shoes to play pickleball.

The laces on the Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes

The quick lateral movements during a pickleball game require extra support and stability features in shoes for safe play.

Regular shoes dont always provide the necessary ankle support, grip, and cushion to protect your feet.

The short answer is no, it really comes down to what is your preference.

The treads on the bottom of the Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes

A person plays pickleball while wearing the Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes

A pair of Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes in a shoebox with the tags on

The treads on the bottom of the Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes

A pair of Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes on a pickleball court

A close-up of the fabric on the Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes

The laces on the Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes

The treads on the bottom of the Asics Men’s Gel-Game 9 Pickleball Shoes

Babolat Women’s SFX Evo All Court Pickleball Shoes

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A person walks outside while wearing the Babolat Women’s SFX Evo All Court Pickleball Shoes

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A person plays pickleball while wearing the Babolat Women’s SFX Evo All Court Pickleball Shoes

A person wears the Babolat Women’s SFX Evo All Court Pickleball Shoes

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A pair of Babolat Women’s SFX Evo All Court Pickleball Shoes in a box

A person walks outside while wearing the Babolat Women’s SFX Evo All Court Pickleball Shoes

A person plays pickleball while wearing the Babolat Women’s SFX Evo All Court Pickleball Shoes

A person wears the Babolat Women’s SFX Evo All Court Pickleball Shoes

A person holds up the Babolat Women’s SFX Evo All Court Pickleball Shoe

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A pair of Babolat Women’s SFX Evo All Court Pickleball Shoes in a box

New Balance FuelCell 996v6

Olukai Women’s Anau Pickleball Shoes

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A person plays pickleball while wearing the Olukai Women’s Anau Pickleball Shoes

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A side view of a person wearing the Olukai Women’s Anau Pickleball Shoes

A pair of Olukai Women’s Anau Pickleball Shoes on a wooden floor

A pair of Olukai Women’s Anau Pickleball Shoes in a shoebox

A person plays pickleball while wearing the Olukai Women’s Anau Pickleball Shoes

A side view of a person wearing the Olukai Women’s Anau Pickleball Shoes

The treads on the bottom of the Olukai Women’s Anau Pickleball Shoes

A side view of a person wearing the Olukai Women’s Anau Pickleball Shoes

A pair of Olukai Women’s Anau Pickleball Shoes on a wooden floor

A pair of Olukai Women’s Anau Pickleball Shoes in a shoebox

K-Swiss Women’s Court Express Pickleball Shoes

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A person jumps while wearing the K-Swiss Women’s Court Express Pickleball Shoes

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A person plays pickleball while wearing the K-Swiss Women’s Court Express Pickleball Shoes

A person wears the K-Swiss Women’s Court Express Pickleball Shoes

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A pair of K-Swiss Women’s Court Express Pickleball Shoes in a shoebox

A person jumps while wearing the K-Swiss Women’s Court Express Pickleball Shoes

A person plays pickleball while wearing the K-Swiss Women’s Court Express Pickleball Shoes

A person wears the K-Swiss Women’s Court Express Pickleball Shoes

A front view of a person wearing the K-Swiss Women’s Court Express Pickleball Shoes

A pair of K-Swiss Women’s Court Express Pickleball Shoes in a shoebox

Asics Women’s Gel-Dedicate 8 Pickleball Shoes

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A person walks outside while wearing the Asics Women’s Gel-Dedicate 8 Pickleball Shoes

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A person walks outside while wearing the Asics Women’s Gel-Dedicate 8 Pickleball Shoes

A person wears the Asics Women’s Gel-Dedicate 8 Pickleball Shoes on a pickleball court

A pair of Asics Women’s Gel-Dedicate 8 Pickleball Shoes inside a shoebox

A person walks outside while wearing the Asics Women’s Gel-Dedicate 8 Pickleball Shoes

A person walks outside while wearing the Asics Women’s Gel-Dedicate 8 Pickleball Shoes

A person wears the Asics Women’s Gel-Dedicate 8 Pickleball Shoes on a pickleball court

A pair of Asics Women’s Gel-Dedicate 8 Pickleball Shoes inside a shoebox

Acacia Sports DINKSHOT II

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A person stands on a pickleball court while wearing the New Balance Women’s FuelCell 996v6 Pickleball Shoes

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A person wears the New Balance Women’s FuelCell 996v6 Pickleball Shoes while playing pickleball

A pair of New Balance Women’s FuelCell 996v6 Pickleball Shoes on a shoebox

The treads on the bottom of the New Balance Women’s FuelCell 996v6 Pickleball Shoes

A person stands on a pickleball court while wearing the New Balance Women’s FuelCell 996v6 Pickleball Shoes

A person wears the New Balance Women’s FuelCell 996v6 Pickleball Shoes while playing pickleball

A pair of New Balance Women’s FuelCell 996v6 Pickleball Shoes on a shoebox

The treads on the bottom of the New Balance Women’s FuelCell 996v6 Pickleball Shoes

on Women’s The Roger Pro 2 Pickleball Shoes

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A person wears the on Women’s The Roger Pro 2 Pickleball Shoes while playing pickleball

A person wears the on Women’s The Roger Pro 2 Pickleball Shoes on a pickleball court

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A person wears the on Women’s The Roger Pro 2 Pickleball Shoes while playing pickleball

A person wears the on Women’s The Roger Pro 2 Pickleball Shoes on a pickleball court

The laces on the on Women’s The Roger Pro 2 Pickleball Shoes

The treads on the bottom of the on Women’s The Roger Pro 2 Pickleball Shoes

A pair of on Women’s The Roger Pro 2 Pickleball Shoes in a shoebox