Handball shoes Mizuno
The handball shoes Mizuno carry the signature of the Japanese brand: the Wave plate, which combines cushioning and stability, a rubber sole designed for indoor courts, and an upper that supports the foot during landings. Indoor shoes designed for players who perform sprints, feints, and jump receptions, at all positions.
The Japanese stability on the court.
Mizuno, a brand from Osaka founded in 1906
Mizuno was established in 1906 in Osaka, when Rihachi Mizuno opened a Western sports goods store with his brother. The company first made a name for itself in baseball, the top sport in Japan, and then expanded its expertise to athletics, golf, and indoor sports. Volleyball, which is very popular in Japan, is one of the sports where its indoor shoes have made a name.
This culture of indoor sports has led the brand to handball, where it has worked with top players, such as Danish Mikkel Hansen, repeatedly voted the best player in the world, to refine the stability of its shoes.
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The Wave plate and Enerzy foam: cushioning and stability
Launched in the late nineties, the Wave technology replaces part of the midsole foam with a wavy plate made of synthetic material. Upon landing from a jump, the wave deforms and distributes the shock along the foot; during a lateral step, its stiffness prevents the foot from collapsing inward.
Recent shoes combine this plate with Enerzy foam, which is softer and more dynamic, returning some energy to the impulse. The sought-after compromise: a firm cushioning without loss of stability, essential for a back player who jumps and quickly returns to defence.
Choosing a Mizuno based on position and foot
Backs and pivots, who are heavier and involved in duels, look for a stable shoe with a wide sole and reinforced upper, or even a high-top version that wraps around the ankle. Wingers, who focus on speed and jumps, prefer lighter and lower shoes. The goalkeeper needs a very grippy rubber on the edges for lateral movements.
In terms of fit, Mizuno generally offers a firm heel hold. It's best to try them on with match socks, at the end of the day, leaving about half a centimetre in front of the toes.
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Frequently asked questions
Are Mizuno handball shoes suitable for women?
Indoor shoes Mizuno are offered in unisex or women's fit, with sizes going quite low. A player with a slim foot should check that the heel doesn’t slip once the laces are tightened.
Can you play handball with a Mizuno volleyball shoe?
Mizuno volleyball shoes share the Wave plate and the indoor rubber, but they are primarily designed for vertical jump. For handball, opt for shoes with strong lateral reinforcements for direction changes.
How do you know if a Mizuno shoe is worn out?
When the rubber wears down under the forefoot, the shoe slips on the floor; when the midsole heavily creases, the cushioning weakens. At this stage, it's better to replace them to protect ankles and knees.
Does Mizuno offer handball shoes for children?
The brand has some indoor shoes available in junior sizes. For a child, a light shoe with a soft sole and good heel support is sufficient: the essential thing is to replace it as soon as the foot has grown.
How to maintain indoor shoes Mizuno?
Wear them only indoors, wipe the sole with a damp cloth to remove dust that causes slipping, and let them air dry, away from a radiator that can warp the upper and plate.
