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Volleyball shoes

Grip and cushioning for the court — Mizuno, ASICS

Volleyball shoes

A volleyball shoe is built for the indoor court: light, with gum-rubber traction and good cushioning to absorb repeated jumps. Our collection features Mizuno and ASICS, the volleyball references, for men and women.

What sets a volleyball shoe apart

A non-marking gum sole that grips the floor, cushioning under the forefoot for jump landings, and a light weight for speed at the net. It's close to a badminton or squash shoe, but optimized for vertical jumping.

Traction and cushioning

Volleyball is all jumps at the block and the attack: good cushioning protects the knees and ankles on landing. The gum's grip allows quick lateral moves without slipping — keep the sole clean to preserve it.

The size

A volleyball shoe is worn snug for lateral lockdown, with a little room at the toes. Try them on with your game socks and check the heel doesn't slip on planting.

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What sets a volleyball shoe apart?
A non-marking gum sole that grips the floor, good cushioning under the forefoot for jump landings, and a light weight for speed at the net. It's optimized for repeated vertical jumping.

Can you play volleyball in basketball shoes?
In a pinch, yes, but volleyball shoes are lighter and built for vertical jumping and quick lateral moves. A true volleyball shoe gives better landing cushioning and less weight.

Which volleyball shoe brand should you choose?
Mizuno and ASICS are the volleyball references, known for cushioning and grip. Choose first by fit to your foot, then by the level of cushioning you want.

Can you wear them outdoors?
They're built for the indoor court; on asphalt the gum wears out fast. For beach volleyball, you generally play barefoot.

How do you pick the size?
Snug for lateral lockdown, with a little room at the toes. Try them on with your game socks and make a few planting moves to check the heel doesn't slip.