Men’s court shoes
15+ men’s models in stock. Narrow, standard, and wide widths from K-Swiss, Nike, Asics, Babolat, Head, Wilson, Mizuno, and Lacoste.
Court Shoes & Fitting
Tennis, Pickleball & Court Shoes, Properly Fitted In Store
15+ men’s models, 15+ women’s models, narrow to wide widths, the deepest court-shoe wall in St. Louis. Every pair is built for lateral movement on hard, clay, or padel courts, and some pairs carry a 6-month sole-wear warranty.
Brands We Carry
Every brand serious players ask for
From the players’ classic K-Swiss to the cushioned Asics Gel-Resolution, the durable Babolat Propulse, and the hyped Nike Vapor Pro, if it’s a court shoe worth wearing, it’s on our wall. We curate based on what actually holds up at our local clubs and courts, not what looks loudest in marketing photos.
K·SWISS
NIKE
WILSON
MIZUNO
BABOLAT
HEAD
LACOSTE
ASICS
Selection
Shoes for every player and every court
Women’s court shoes
15+ women’s models in stock. Narrow, standard, and wide widths across the same brand lineup.
Junior court shoes
Limited selection of junior court shoes for kids in lessons and team play. Call ahead and we’ll set aside what we have in your size.
Hard-court outsoles
Durable rubber outsoles built for the abrasion of hard courts, the standard for most St. Louis tennis and pickleball.
Clay-court & padel shoes
Full herringbone outsoles for clay and padel turf. We can recommend models that work well on the local padel courts. Available for order.
Platform tennis shoes
Cold-weather, lateral-stable paddle shoes for platform play; select models carry a manufacturer 6-month warranty.
Warranty
6-month warranty shoes
Some shoes come with a 6-month outsole warranty. After purchase from Forever Tennis, each individual company has its own warranty program. Follow up with the manufacturer for replacement shoes.
- What’s covered: varies by manufacturer, typically outsole wear-through under normal play within the covered period.
- What’s not covered: obvious abuse, daily-walking wear, or use on non-court surfaces.
- How to claim: contact the manufacturer for credit or replacement.
- Keep your receipt: stop in for a fitting and we’ll log your purchase so we can help you find it later.
Fitting
Why a real fitting matters
Court shoes need to fit differently than running shoes, tighter midfoot, secure heel, and enough toe room for the constant stopping and starting. Online sizing is a guess. Our staff will measure your foot, ask how you play, and put two or three pairs in front of you to compare.
Walk it & lunge it
Try shoes on, walk the carpet, and do a few quick lateral movements. We’ll watch and tell you if the heel is slipping or the midfoot is loose.
Width matters
If your previous court shoes felt narrow, you might need a wide. We carry true-wide and true-narrow models and can show you the difference side-by-side.
Bring your socks
Bring the socks you actually play in. Cushion thickness changes fit, this is the kind of detail a real fitting catches.
FAQ
Court shoe questions
Can I wear running shoes for tennis or pickleball?
You can, but you shouldn’t. Running shoes are built for forward motion only and have minimal lateral support. They roll ankles on lateral cuts and chew through outsoles in weeks. A real court shoe is the single biggest injury-prevention upgrade you can make.
Do you carry wide-width court shoes?
Yes. Several models we carry come in true-wide widths, ask the staff and we’ll show you which brands run wider. Width matters more than length for court shoes.
Are tennis shoes the same as pickleball shoes?
For most players, yes, a quality tennis shoe is exactly the right thing for pickleball. Pickleball-branded shoes are usually re-tooled tennis shoes. The key feature is lateral stability and a court-rated outsole.
Can I use a hard-court shoe on padel turf?
You can, but a herringbone-outsole clay/padel shoe will give you better grip and slide. Ask us for our padel-friendly recommendations.
What if my shoes wear out before six months?
Some shoes come with a 6-month outsole warranty through the manufacturer. If yours qualifies, contact the manufacturer for a credit or replacement, each brand runs its own warranty program. Keep your receipt, and we’re happy to help point you in the right direction.
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