WINDHAM, NH — November 25, 2025 — SQAIRZ, the performance footwear company redefining how athletes connect with the ground, today announced a new partnership being named the Official Baseball Shoe of 5 Star National, one of the nation’s leading baseball development organizations.
This partnership marks another milestone in SQAIRZ’s expansion across competitive baseball. Since entering the sport, SQAIRZ has established itself as a leader in performance innovation—earning recognition from professional players, national organizations, and medical experts for its science-driven approach to footwear design. The company is currently the Official On-Field Footwear Partner of Minor League Baseball Players, the Officially Licensed Footwear Partner of MLB Players, Inc., an Official Footwear Partner of Perfect Game, and the Official Shoe of Diamond Allegiance.
Through this new collaboration, 5 Star National athletes will have direct access to SQAIRZ’s GFP™ baseball cleats, developed through biomechanics research to improve stability, power, and balance. The partnership will also include player development initiatives, coach education sessions, and exclusive member benefits designed to elevate athlete performance through data-backed footwear innovation.
Founded by Andy Buress, 5 Star National is part of one of the most respected player development networks in the country, fielding teams from 8U through 18U and helping hundreds of athletes advance to collegiate and professional baseball. The program emphasizes disciplined skill development, strength of character, and competitive excellence—values that align closely with SQAIRZ’s mission to help athletes reach their full potential through proper mechanics and foundational stability.
“At 5 Star National, we’re committed to providing our players with every possible advantage in training and competition,” said Jimmy Peyton, 5 Star National Partner. “SQAIRZ shares that commitment. Their cleats are engineered to reinforce the same movement principles we teach—balance, posture, and efficiency—which translates directly into better performance and injury prevention.”
The SQAIRZ GFP™ cleat is built on a patented platform featuring a roomier toe box that allows natural toe splay and greater surface contact with the ground. This design promotes more efficient energy transfer through the kinetic chain—resulting in measurable increases in exit velocity, throwing velocity, and running speed, as demonstrated in independent testing.
“Partnering with 5 Star National brings our mission full circle,” said Bob Winskowicz, Founder & CEO of SQAIRZ. “They represent the highest standard of player development, and we’re proud to support their athletes with footwear that’s been proven to enhance stability, balance, and power. This partnership reinforces that performance starts from the ground up.”
About 5 Star National
5 Star National is a nationally recognized baseball development organization dedicated to preparing athletes for the next level through advanced coaching, structured training, and competitive opportunities. With teams spanning from 8U through 18U, 5 Star National has built a reputation for excellence both on and off the field, developing players who succeed at the collegiate and professional ranks.
About SQAIRZ
SQAIRZ is a performance-focused athletic footwear company pioneering sport-specific design based on biomechanics, data, and research. Its baseball, softball, golf, and pickleball shoes are engineered to enhance balance, stability, and ground connection—three critical factors in maximizing athletic performance. SQAIRZ is the Official On-Field Footwear Partner of Minor League Baseball Players, Officially Licensed Footwear Partner of MLB Players, Inc., an Official Footwear Partner of Perfect Game, and the Official Shoe of Diamond Allegiance.
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