Shoes for refereeing basketball...

[freddie_g2001]

Smitty, Thanks for bringing that point up. I didn't even think of that. I guess I should have been asking the positives and negatives to having Running Shoes vs. Court shoes. So Do you recommend Court Shoes over Running shoes?? Sure don't need to turn an ankle during a game. I was thinking about the bottom of my feet not being in pain with the comfort. Thanks again for [email protected]

[Smitty]

Once this summer I filled in last minute for someone who didn't show up - I was early for my game and I didn't have time to change my shoes - I was wearing my running shoes. About 3 trips up and down the court, all I could think about was I couldn't wait for halftime so I could change into my basketball shoes. It puts a strain on your ankles because there's just no support. The comfort becomes a moot point because you move laterally so much it begins to be uncomfortable.

I'm no expert, but I would recommend basketball shoes. I'd ask you this - would you wear your running shoes to play a game of basketball?

[JRutledge]

Shoes are an extremely personal thing. What you wear is going to greatly be affected by your personal issues and preference. I have had some court shoes that were terrible and I currently am wearing a shoe that is primarily a running shoe. Also not all shoes work for all types of situations. If you are working 4 or 5 games in a row, you might consider another shoe as compared to if you are working games during the season and you are running around for one game.

Peace

[Mark Padgett]

When I need new shoes, the rule I use is to buy whatever's on sale. It's worked so far.

Of course, I make up my own rules.

[blindzebra1]

I`ve always liked the 3/4 sneakers,official`s choice made the best shoe ever,now it`s discontinued. I`d say go with cross trainers, mainly due to the extra lateral support.