SQAIRZ News & Blogs
A Soft Base Costs You More Than You Think
For years, footwear choices leaned heavily toward comfort. Soft shoes felt protective and a lot of times cushion felt like the safer option. The research behind platform firmness gave us...
Between The Bases: MLB Receiving Techniques That Turn Margins Into Strikes
Coach Bougie breaks down MLB-level receiving into controlled scrape mechanics, connected elbow drive, and stable finishing positions. The session highlights how setup, leverage, and foot stability determine glove efficiency long...
The Drop In: This Destroys Your Backhand Flick
Most amateur flicks look rushed because the wrist and paddle are still moving at contact. The result: floaty shots, inconsistent pace, and zero disguise. Zane Navratil breaks down the simple...
The Preseason Reset: How to Build Confidence Before Tryouts
Baseball tryouts test confidence as much as skill. This preseason guide breaks down how balance, ground connection, and proper cleat design help players feel steady under pressure, move more naturally,...
Why Balance Is Failing More Pickleball Players as the Game Gets Faster
Pickleball has gotten faster, and many players are feeling it in their balance, joints, and recovery. This article explains stability lag — the hidden timing gap between movement and support...
SQAIRZ Named the Official Softball Cleat of The Alliance Fastpitch
WINDHAM, NH— January 15, 2025 — SQAIRZ, the performance footwear company redefining how athletes connect with the ground, today announced a new partnership with The Alliance Fastpitch, becoming the Official...
How Pickleball Players Stay Strong in the Off-Season (Without Losing Feel on Court)
Pickleball skills return quickly after time off, but strength and stability fade quietly—especially during the off-season and indoor play. Changing court surfaces place more demand on balance and footing, making...
Between The Bases: Why Most Youth Hitters Get Stuck And How to Fix It
Most youth hitting issues start at the feet. Lunging, pulling off the ball, and poor sequencing often happen when players can’t stay grounded under load. Stable footwear with consistent traction...
Spiked vs. Spikeless: What Type of Golfer Benefits From Each?
Choosing between spiked and spikeless golf shoes doesn’t have to be complicated. This guide breaks down when each option makes sense, how traction and comfort affect your swing, and why...
How Footing Can Quietly Change a Pitcher’s Delivery
Footing plays a critical role in a pitcher’s delivery, starting the moment the front foot hits the mound. Stable footing helps energy move cleanly from the ground through the hips...
Everyday Pickleball, Real Feedback: Scott Davis in the XRZ™
Franklin, Tennessee has one of the most active pickleball communities in the country, and Scott Davis is part of its daily rhythm. A lifelong tennis player turned year-round pickleball regular,...
The Groundwork Month: How January Training Shapes Your Entire Season
January doesn’t look like baseball season, but it shapes how the season is going to feel. This is the month where players either stay connected to baseball movement or spend...