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Volleyball is a
sport that you can get into without spending a great deal of money on
equipment.
You will need volleyball shoes,
kneepads and ankle supports, a volleyball and a water bottle.
Volleyballs
A high-quality
volleyball should be the first piece of volleyball equipment you
purchase. Click here for more details
on types of
volleyballs:
VOLLEYBALLS
Kneepads
Kneepads are to
prevent severe knee impact on hard wood surfaces. When purchasing
kneepads it depends on your
preference
and what's the
most comfortable
for you. You will find that styles vary slightly by type and thickness
of padding, the sleeve length, and how much the volleyball kneepad wraps
around the knee.
Ankle Supports
Ankle supports prevent your child from “rolling” their
ankle.
Volleyball Shoes
Volleyball shoes are specifically made
and built for the sport of volleyball and are made with materials to
provide non-slip traction. The sole of a volleyball shoe have gum
rubber soles which is the best material for indoor court surfaces
because it provides the best tractions. Since volleyball requires a lot
of starting, stopping and quick turns it is necessary to have this type
of sole.
The other important feature of
volleyball shoes is that they are lightweight. Most volleyball shoes
today are a combination of synthetic leather and mesh uppers. This
provides for lighter weight, more breathing, and faster drying. Other
athletic shoes, such as running shoes, do not have this type of rubber
sole and a heavier in weight. In addition, volleyball shoes have mid
sole and ankle support as well as extra toe/bone room for landing. You
need to read the description of each volleyball shoe and compare the
different features to find the one that works for you.
The price of volleyball shoes is similar
to other athletic shoes. You will find that the more expensive shoes are
offer fancier features and will be lighter weight and offer better
traction, support and cushion. However, this does not necessarily make
it better for you. It is really all about how the shoe fits your foot
and how comfortable it feels. A more reasonably priced shoe may be the
one for you. It is very important to purchase the proper shoes for your
athlete because the best running shoes will not prevent injuries on the
volleyball court.
Volleyball Bag In addition,
serious players will need a bag for carrying all it the volleyball
gear.
Water Bottle
As with any other sport it is
necessary to keep hydrated. A
water bottle is an essential piece of equipment that a player must have
with them all times.
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