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Brenton Barker
Brenton is an Australian with 20 years of experience coaching WTA and ATP professional tennis players, whom have won a total of 10 international professional Tournaments.
Brenton holds a Degree in Sports Coaching and was the former Head Tennis Coach at the Japanese Government Sports Science Institute. Brenton was also a former Manager & Head Coach of Australia’s Governing Sporting Body, Tennis Australia, and has been a Dunlop International Advisory Board Member since 2010.
Additionally, Brenton was the Head of Player development for World No 7 and two-time Grand Slam Champion Johan Kriek.
Guides
Finding a perfect pair of men’s tennis shoes requires a lot of trial and error, but who has the time to test every single shoe on the market and figure out which ones are the best? Well…T[…]
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After thoroughly testing dozens of pairs on the court and in the lab, we carefully selected the best tennis shoes to help women enhance their game and avoid injury. Because every female player is diff[…]
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Playing tennis doesn't have to be super expensive. Thanks to cheap tennis shoes that are ready to keep up with our pace. Cheap doesn't always mean haphazard. You'd be surprised that some cheap tennis[…]
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The right hard-court tennis shoe will take the abrasiveness of this demanding playing surface while helping you get the most out of your games. Whether you're looking for a light and speedy option, so[…]
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Whether you're a diehard Novak Djokovic fan or an avid supporter of the Gel Resolution line, ASICS has grown in you as the authority in tennis shoes. And if you're a first-time wearer, you must be cur[…]
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We wear-tested and lab-tested Adidas tennis shoes to extract the top-tiered ones worth adding to your tennis shoe racks. We spent over 20 hours on the court scrutinizing the performance value of every[…]
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Is it your first time to try Nike tennis shoes or you are about to park your old pair and you're uncertain which Swoosh to grab? We hope our highly recommended picks will help you in deciding which on[…]
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Disclaimer: This guide will be covering athletic tennis shoes that are used for playing on the court. If you are after a pair of casual sneakers, see our selection of tennis-inspired kicks. When you a[…]
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Lab tests and in-depth reviews
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We were pleased to discover that the Defiant Speed 2 does many things right as a speed-oriented tennis shoe. And it even inherits some features of the more expensive Ubersonic model. We felt like Adid[…]
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87
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It's hard to think of a clay-court shoe that feels just as nimble and in one with the foot as the Soluiton Speed FF 3 Clay! Our lab tests confirmed that this ASICS shoe balances all the necessary feat[…]
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88
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Even though it's a more affordable option from Wilson, we found that the Rush Pro Ace brings a whole lot of value for money! The shoe's well-balanced construction proved to be reliable in various on-c[…]
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83
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We are happy to report that the ASICS Gel Game 9 offers a lot of benefits for its moderate price point. First of all, it shines as a very lightweight and flexible option for nimble all-court players.[…]
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79
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If we were to assess the Nike Vapor Pro 3 in isolation from its previous version (and Nike's product description), we would say that it is a terrific tennis shoe with excellent on-court performance. B[…]
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80
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While there is nothing extraordinary about the NikeCourt Lite 4, we found that it ticks all the right boxes of a beginner tennis shoe. Its inherent stability made us feel pretty surefooted without any[…]
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82
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Having tested every aspect of the Adidas Gamecourt 2.0, we can confidently recommend it as a solid entry-level shoe for hard courts. It ticked all the essential boxes for its price point and even went[…]
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60
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One of New Balance's top offerings for tennis, we found the 996 v6 a solid performance shoe. Stable and propulsive, it accommodates fast and shifty movements all over the court. And it's a must to con[…]
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69
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The New Balance 796 v4 is an entry-level tennis shoe that simply gets the job done. We found that it ticks all the right boxes to make a racquet sports session enjoyable for most beginner and recreati[…]
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77
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Having thoroughly tested the Nike Vapor Lite 2, we found it to be one of the best tennis shoes under $100! It ticks all of the boxes that a beginner player needs to feel confident on the court. And it[…]
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78
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The New Balance Coco CG 2 gave us some of the most explosive on-court experiences! With its snappy carbon plate, bouncy FuelCell foam, and many supportive features, the shoe immediately felt like our[…]
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87
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What seemed like a vibrant entrance into the tennis shoe market, turned out to be a work in progress. We were ready to fall in love with the Reebok Nano Court but the reality kicked in as our lab test[…]
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72
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The On Roger Pro 2 is an eye-catcher for sure. But we were even more thrilled when this sleek silhouette made us feel lightning-fast on the court! We felt confident when cornering, making explosive sp[…]
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90
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A total revamp of the previous version, we found that the Nike Vapor Pro 2 takes the Vapor series away from super light and speedy shoes and makes a turn towards versatility. The Pro 2 carries an extr[…]
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93
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Do not let big brand names overshadow such an exceptional tennis shoe as the Babolat Jet Mach 3. As one of the lightest and most agile models in our roster, it truly impressed us as a speed-oriented s[…]
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89
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We found the Mizuno Wave Exceed Tour 6 to be a very fun and nimble tennis shoe. Being lighter than average didn't make it any less stable or cushioned, based on our playtests and lab measurements. We[…]
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89
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The Barricade 13 is a reimagined version of Adidas' premium stability shoe. Still dedicated to offering the highest level of stability, we found that this iteration got lighter, nimbler, and in many w[…]
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85
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The Wilson Rush Pro 4.0 is not a shoe for narrow feet or players who prefer a very snug, one-to-one fit on their tennis shoes. With that off the table, we can recommend this moderately priced Wilson m[…]
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92
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The NikeCourt Air Zoom Vapor 11 surprised us as a more substantial and stable member of the Vapor family. This edition sacrificed lightness for added lateral support but it e-Vapor-ated all our worrie[…]
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75
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A mix of bouncy cushioning and planted stability becomes possible in Nike Zoom GP Challenge 1. The shoe's amazing energy return kept us in awe the entire session. Even though it is a heavy boy, it doe[…]
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89
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As the more affordable version of the Nike Challenge 1, the Challenge Pro has a similarly stable and supportive design. Even though it makes small compromises here and there to keep the price down, we[…]
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89
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We believe that the ASICS Solution Speed FF 3 is truly one of the best options you can get for dashing all over the court. Ultralight and sleek, it disappeared on our feet during the playtest. The sho[…]
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80
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Yep, this one is light and cheap, but we urge you to not dismiss it yet when you are after that “steady-as-she-goes” support and stability because guess what? New Balance 796 v3 got those![…]
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78
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Adidas brings back the unspeakable stability of the Barricades in this refreshed design of the Barricade Clay. With very few tennis shoes living up to the same level of surefootedness, it continues to[…]
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82
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If you are after a range-topping clay court shoe that embodies stability, we will recommend the Adidas Barricade 13 Clay above many other options. Part of the brand's premium series, it continues to a[…]
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92
Superb!
You can't go wrong when you're getting the best, right? We were ecstatic about the comfort and performance offered by the ASICS Gel Resolution 9 Clay. It is truly one of the top-class tennis shoes you[…]
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91
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Optimized for speed and aggressive movements on the court, the K-Swiss Hypercourt Supreme felt like one with our feet. Whether we were taking off for a shot, stopping on a dime, or making a rapid chan[…]
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78
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If you are just trying your hand at tennis and aren't ready to invest in proper footwear, we can wholeheartedly recommend the ASICS Gel Dedicate 8. Even though it won't give you the ultimate experienc[…]
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80
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We discovered that with the ASICS Gel Challenger 14, you can get the benefits of a more expensive tennis shoe for only $100! The primary advantage being its fantastic stability for forceful lateral mo[…]
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90
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Dreaming of building up your confidence in swiftly switching directions in court while being shielded from foot discomfort? Your fantasy is a reality with Adidas Solematch Control! With a rubber mater[…]
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82
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A shoe that feels like one with the foot, we believe that the Adidas Ubersonic 4.1 is a successful edition of the brand's popular speed-oriented series. It stays light on foot without sacrificing stab[…]
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83
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The New Balance FuelCell 996 v5 is a tennis shoe that steers the nimble 996 line in an unexpected direction. In one fell swoop, it ties up loose ends between comfort and stability without letting go o[…]
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86
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K-Swiss Hypercourt Express 2 deserves our admiration because of its comfortable, well-cushioned, and lightweight design. This tennis shoe pampered our feet straight from the box and it's the kind of s[…]
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91
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Mizuno may not be the very first brand you think of when looking for a pair of tennis shoes. But if you give the Wave Enforce Tour a try, we promise that you will be pleasantly surprised. This pair ke[…]
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86
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As a speed-oriented shoe, the ASICS Solution Speed FF 2 has met our expectations of lightness and agility. But, boy, did it surprise us with stability and cushioning as well! We applaud ASICS for find[…]
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85
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Marketed as ASICS' most advanced tennis shoe yet, we can attest that the Court FF 3 lives up to that claim! As our playtests and lab results show, it is a highly stable, locked-in shoe that is perfect[…]
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91
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Putting forward a supreme level of stability and cushioning, we believe that ASICS Gel Resolution 9 is one of the pacesetters of today’s tennis game. With its ultimately durable construction, th[…]
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88
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During our on-court testing, we proved that the ASICS Court FF 2 is a high-performance option for aggressive players like Novak Djokovic who want to step their game up a notch. We found that this dyna[…]
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88
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We discovered that Vapor Pro is a treat for quick players eyeing a speedy shoe in a multi-layered supportive build. It takes on the best features of the Vapor X without adding an ounce to its weight.[…]
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