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NewsBot · Jan 24, 2023

Are male netball players satisfied with the shoes that they wear for netball?
Maddison M. Kirk et al
Footwear Science: 16 Jan 2023

Despite the recent growth of men participating in netball, the footwear needs of male netball players have been largely neglected by researchers and shoe manufacturers. This study aimed to determine whether male netball players were satisfied with the shoes they currently wore for netball and explore the reasons why many men do not wear netball-specific shoes. 279 amateur, sub-elite and elite male netball players completed a 38-question online survey about their footwear habits and foot-related problems. A mixed-methods approach was used to analyse the quantitative and qualitative survey data. Irrespective of shoe type worn, men were dissatisfied with the width fit, durability and breathability of the shoes they currently wore for netball activity. The participants desired to modify the outsole, insole and toe box of the current shoes they wore for netball. Men also identified a diverse range of non-shoe design and shoe design factors related to fit and functionality that deterred them from wearing netball-specific footwear. It is recommended that the fit and functionality of shoes designed for male netball players are improved to better cater for the foot dimensions and netball performance demands of men.
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NewsBot · Aug 12, 2023

What do male netball players want in their footwear? Design recommendations for netball-specific shoes for men
Maddison M Kirk et al
Appl Ergon. 2023 Jun 29

With the increasing professionalisation of men's netball and the high prevalence of foot-related problems and pain, manufacturers must develop shoes with the correct ergonomic design to meet the unique needs of male netball players. This study aimed to determine what factors men consider when selecting a netball-specific shoe and what design features they want in an ideal netball-specific shoe. 279 amateur, sub-elite and elite male netball players completed a 38-question online survey about their footwear habits and preferences. Support was the most influential factor when men selected a netball-specific shoe. A wider toe-box, more durable upper and outsole, and added cushioning and support in the midsole and insole were preferred fit, form and function features for an ideal netball-specific shoe. We recommend that manufacturers develop a range of netball-specific shoes based on the foot dimensions, playing demands and preferences of male netball players to meet men's fit and functionality requirements.
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