I bought these shoes along with several friends so we could all match as a group, including the men’s 996 version. Unfortunately, none of us were happy with them. The biggest issue is the grip. The traction is very poor for tennis or pickleball, and I felt like my feet were slipping during quick movements. A few of us even felt like we were close to rolling an ankle because the shoes didn’t feel stable when changing direction. The price is cheap, but in this case, you get what you pay for. They might be fine for casual everyday wear, but if you’re actually planning to play tennis or pickleball, I would not recommend them.
Built for speed and comfort, these tennis shoes are made for kids who spend all day on the court.
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Built for speed and comfort, these tennis shoes are made for kids who spend all day on the court.
- SKU
- 5-KC996V6-48654
- Brand
- New Balance
- Category
- kids-baby / shoes / sneakers
- Variants
- 30
Customer reviews
1.0
Poor Grip and Unsafe on the Court
6/13/2026
5.0
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A hidden gem of a sneaker
These are a hidden gym of a shoe. Our kids uniforms are green and khaki so the color is perfect. The laces are easy to tie and have a nice texture to them. The toolbox is round and wide, which is great for active children. I love the tan soul. It’s a great shoe my daughter‘s feet don’t look massive and it reminds me of the 1970s with the color scheme in a good way. Definitely recommend.
9/11/2025