Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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The biggest mistake amateur players can make getting into pickleball is underestimating the importance of a court shoe. While it does not have to be a shoe designed specifically for pickleball, having a shoe designed for lateral movement will allow you to play the game better and safer than a running or walking shoe.

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