Wrestling Shoes

Wrestling Shoes You Can Count On

Wrestlers need more than good moves to become champs. They also need shoes that provide support during pushing, twisting, pulling and other on-feet maneuvering. If you’re in the market for shoes that’ll take you from early mornings in the gym to day-long wrestling meets, you’ll want to shop Hibbett to pick up a pair of ground-stable shoes that’ll keep you in the game and on the mat.

We’ve got a range of men’s and kids’ wrestling shoes from top-tier brands like Rudis, Nike and ASICS that can help any wrestler rise to the top.

Choosing a Wrestling Shoe

Wrestling shoes that provide durability and performance are critical for every competitor, whether you’re wrestling folkstyle, Greco-Roman or freestyle. While several factors go into takedown mechanics, explosiveness and general mobility, those shoes can make a huge difference in an athlete’s overall performance.

Nailing those power doubles or going in for the pin requires agility and balance. When choosing wrestling shoes, you’ll want to consider the following:

• Your weight class and foot shape: Be sure to choose a wrestling shoe that fits your weight class and foot shape. Look for narrow or wide widths, depending on your foot anatomy.
• Your wrestling style: Some wrestlers prefer a shoe with plenty of ankle support, while others like the flexibility of a lower cut option.

Brands & Fits for the Takedown

When shopping for youth or men’s wrestling shoes, you’ll want to look for good ankle support, sturdy heel counters for rear-foot stability, along with flexibility and excellent grip. When trying on your shoes, make sure they fit like a glove but have enough room for the toes to move.

• Choose the lightweight construction and non-slip sole of a Rudis wrestling shoe, designed for speed, agility and performance. Various color options, from bright purple to muted blue, can help you match your singlet or shorts.
• Let your grade schooler take to the mat in a pair of ¾ youth Nike wrestling shoes that offer breathability by way of a mesh upper and lacing lockdown system for stability.
• Go ASICS wrestling shoes all the way with a sneaker-like fit, stitched-down overlays and plenty of ventilation.

When it comes to sprawling or gaining leverage to prevent the takedown, having reliable footwear gives you stability where it counts. Hit the mat with confidence in a pair of wrestling shoes from Hibbett. Shop online, or visit us in-stores to find your perfect fit.

Are boxing and wrestling shoes the same?

Nope! Boxing shoes are usually cut lower to provide for more ankle flexibility, while men’s and kids’ wrestling shoes have more support so you can remain better rooted on the mat.

How should wrestling shoes fit?

You want snug — but not too snug — wrestling shoes that cradle the foot, giving you access to unrestricted movement.