Footwear

Wear a shoe with a durable, grippy outsole made for asphalt or sport court and solid lateral support for quick cuts and stops. Dedicated ball hockey shoes from Knapper, Dek Gecko, Legend and LDK are built for the sport, while court shoes from Asics, Nike and Under Armour are also popular choices.

You can, but running shoes are designed for forward motion and often lack the lateral support and outsole durability you need for quick stops and pivots. A dedicated ball hockey shoe or a court shoe will last longer on pavement and help prevent rolled ankles. Browse our men's and women's shoes to compare.

For wet courts, choose rain ball hockey shoes with a water-repellent upper and a soft rubber outsole that grips damp surfaces, like the Knapper AK Rain v2 or the Dek Gecko Moloch and Tokay 4.0. Knapper also makes an AK5 Rain Overshoe that slips over your regular shoes.

We carry Knapper (AK3, AK4, AK5, AK6 and AK7), Dek Gecko (Dune, Triton Hybrid, Moloch), Legend (HP1, HP3, HPX), LDK HP-PRO, plus court shoes from Asics, Nike, Under Armour and New Balance.

Ball hockey shoes should fit snugly through the heel and midfoot with about a thumb's width of room at the toes. A secure fit improves lateral stability and reduces blisters. Wear the socks you play in when trying them on.

Yes. Our junior ball hockey shoes include the Knapper AK5 and AK7 Junior, the Legend HP1 Mid and HP3 Junior and the LDK HP-PRO, all sized for young players.

Keep your ball hockey shoes for the court only so the outsole doesn't wear out on everyday use, let them dry after every game and use a deodorizer like Captodor. After the game, switch to sandals or slides to give your feet a break.