Junior Tennis Shoes

Q: HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR KIDS' TENNIS SHOES?

The feet of children and adults are not the same. They are similar, but they do not work the same way and have very different needs. In adults, the foot is used to more pressure from shoes and needs protection against violent injuries (sprains or torn ligaments). Children, on the other hand, need protection against chronic injuries (stretched ligaments, inflammations).

LACES OR VELCRO STRIPS?

Velcro strips are easier to use but also tend to wear away much quicker than laces; while laces can adjust shoes fit and fix toes much better than velcro strips.

DURABILITY

The ideal kids’ tennis shoes are made up of three different parts that guarantee their durability: Abrasion-resistant rubber outsoles that overlap the front of the foot, second seamless bonded rubber reinforcement in the forefoot (the most vulnerable area), and attractive uppers that provide good foot support.