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5 Best Wrestling Shoes For Kids

By: Chuck G.

Break Studios Contributing Writer

Your son might want to join an indoor contact sport like wrestling, so you’ll need to make sure they have the proper gear, including a pair of the 5 best wrestling shoes for kids. Unlike most sport shoes, wrestling shoes must be very flexible, have a solid sole in order for the young athlete not to slip on the mat, and be very comfortable. Wrestling shoes are not super expensive,but expect to pay a bit more for higher quality shoes.

  1. Asics Little Kid/Big Kid Cael V4.0 GS. This wrestling shoe for kids has a new integreated lace garage that optimizes the fit and makes the shoe flexible for easy movement on the mat. A super lightweight shoe at only seven ounces, the footwear is constructed with an open mesh forefront and tongue. A cool feature is the sockliner, which releases odor when exposed to sunlight.
  2. Adidas Combat Speed III Jr. Youth. Featuring an internal webbing support that adds strength to the athlete without compromising weight or comfort, this just might be the shoe for your kid. This footwear is constructed for durability, comfort, superb traction, breathable to release moisture and is considered one of the most sought after wrestling shoes on the market.
  3. Adidas Boy’s Extero II Jr. As one of the best wrestling shoes for kids, this shoe allows the young athlete to use Velcro or to use lace to enclose the shoe. The footwear is constructed of very lightweight material, comfortable and has excellent traction.
  4. Asics Little Kid/Big Kid Matflex 2. You will want the shoe to not only have an excellent snug fit that is also comfortable. This wrestling shoe for kids fits this need with its comfortable mesh design. The custom sole gives superior traction on the mat, very lightweight shoe and is designed with an integrated lace garage system to keep the laces secure.
  5. Nike youth Speedsweep. You can’t go wrong with the construction on the gum rubber outsole which provides sticky traction allowing the young athlete not to slip on the mat. This wrestling shoe for kids is made of breathable mesh to release odor. It is also constructed of split suede upper to offer flexibility and durability.
Posted on: Jan. 30, 2011