SQAIRZ News & Blogs
Between the Bases: Which Shoe Is Fastest?
When it comes to speed, every step counts. Coach Bougie put three shoes to the test—metal spikes, molded cleats, and turfs—to find out which dominates the 5-10-5 shuttle run on...
Best Options While Dinking In Pickleball
Tired of endless dink rallies? Learn how to break out of them with cornering—a footwork technique that uses your outside leg to square your body and open new shot angles....
Why Catchers’ Toes Hurt and How to Fix It
In this week’s Between the Bases lesson, Coach Anj Bourgeois breaks down one of the most common pain points for catchers—literally. Learn why cramped toes and aching feet can ruin...
Rob Tucker’s Pickleball Obsession at 60
At nearly 60, Rob Tucker discovered pickleball—and a shoe that changed everything. After years of foot pain and failed fits, he found the SQAIRZ XRZ™ Pickleball Shoe brought comfort, balance,...
The Catcher With Big-League Habits (at 13)
At just 13, catcher Ethan Walters is already chasing big baseball dreams with the work ethic of a pro. Inspired by legends like Yadier Molina and JT Realmuto, Ethan is...
Mastering the Poke, Roll & Flick With Zane Navratil
Your backhand could be costing you points. In this pickleball tutorial, learn the key differences between the poke, roll, and flick shots—and when to use each for maximum effect. From...
3 Tips to Unlock More Exit Velocity
Jeremy Nowak has spent 6 years as a pro ballplayer, 13 years as a hitting instructor, and even competed as a professional World Long Drive competitor in golf. With a...
The Leonard Boys: Building Big League Dreams One Step at a Time
For the Leonard family, baseball is a family affair—dad KC coaching, and sons Jace and Asher chasing their dreams on the diamond. Both young players found more confidence and power...
Discovering Pickleball With Linette
When a shoulder injury ended her tennis career, Linette Ramsay discovered pickleball—and a new passion as both player and coach. Now certified and teaching at Chip’s Pickleball Club, she emphasizes...
Tim Perry: Coaching, Community, and Court Confidence
At 62, Richmond pickleball pro Tim Perry has seen firsthand how the wrong shoes can sideline players—and why the SQAIRZ XRZ™ makes the difference. Built with a roomier toe box,...
Which DINK Works for YOU?
The two-handed backhand dink is reshaping modern pickleball, with pros like Riley Newman and James Ignatowich showcasing its power. In this lesson, Zane Navratil breaks down both leading methods—grip, wrist...
Building Contact and Power with No-Stride Tee Drills
Pro hitting coach Jeremy Nowak, aka Swingman, breaks down his favorite no-stride tee drill progression to build better contact, balance, and power at the plate. These simple bottom-hand, top-hand, and...