Which volleyball shoes suit your game?

The volleyball shoes on this page are indoor court shoes from adidas, ASICS and Anta. Some are built around stability, others around speed.

• Stability and grip: the ASICS Gel-Tactic 13 is designed for advanced stability, with a traction system for grip in various directions.
• Balance: the ASICS Gel-Rocket 12 balances stability and flexibility, with a supportive upper for lateral movements.
• Speed: the ASICS Blade FF 2 is a lightweight indoor shoe with a higher heel drop that helps you move forward quickly.
• Ankle height: the ASICS Gel-Task MT 4 is a mid-height shoe engineered for volleyball and handball.

What should a volleyball shoe do on court?

The product descriptions keep coming back to three things: grip on the floor, support when you move sideways, and cushioning when you land. The kids' adidas Ligra 8 has a rubber outsole for quick cuts and sudden stops. The adidas Novaflight 2 has an EVA midsole for lateral cuts and jumps, and a non-marking Adiwear outsole that grips indoor surfaces. On the Gel-Task MT 4, GEL technology in the forefoot absorbs the impact of jumps.

Volleyballs: indoor or beach?

Wilson makes the balls on this page, and the surface decides which one you need. The Pro Tour is an indoor volleyball with a synthetic leather cover. The AVP Movement and the AVP Oasis are beach volleyballs, machine sewn with 18 panels so they hold their shape.

If you want one indoor pair for more than one sport, start with the adidas Ligra 8, which has a synthetic leather and mesh upper and an Adituff toe. See more indoor shoes, or the men's indoor shoes on their own.