SQAIRZ News & Blogs

Inside the Pickleball Boom: How We Got Here and Where We’re Headed
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Inside the Pickleball Boom: How We Got Here and Where We’re Headed

From backyard pastime to national phenomenon, pickleball’s growth shows no signs of slowing. Explore why participation is surging, where the game is expanding, and how equipment innovation is shaping player...

The Footwear Mistake That’s Warping Indoor Golf Practice
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The Footwear Mistake That’s Warping Indoor Golf Practice

Winter golf moved indoors, but many golfers didn’t bring the right footwear with them. Cushioned sneakers lift you off the ground, soften stability, and quietly change posture and balance over...

The Drop In: The Pickleball Backhand Decision Tree
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The Drop In: The Pickleball Backhand Decision Tree

Every backhand decision in pickleball starts with one simple question:Can I take this ball out of the air? From there, options branch quickly — attack, reset, two hands, one...

What Force Plate Testing Reveals About Softball Pitching Performance
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What Force Plate Testing Reveals About Softball Pitching Performance

What if one of the biggest pitching upgrades had nothing to do with mechanics or strength? A force-plate analysis comparing SQAIRZ to New Balance shows how footwear directly impacts explosive...

SQAIRZ Expands Medical Advisory Board With Podiatric Surgeon Dr. Patrick A. DeHeer
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SQAIRZ Expands Medical Advisory Board With Podiatric Surgeon Dr. Patrick A. DeHeer

WINDHAM, NH—February 03, 2025— SQAIRZ, the performance footwear company known for biomechanically engineered design and independent clinical validation, announced today that Dr. Patrick A. DeHeer, DPM, President Elect, American Podiatric...

Brian Parker’s Rule: Stay on the Court
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Brian Parker’s Rule: Stay on the Court

Pickleball has a way of becoming part of your life before you realize it. One game turns into weekly sessions. Weekly sessions turn into routine. Routine turns into something you...

A Soft Base Costs You More Than You Think
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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...