ASICS Gel-Dedicate 9 Review: Performance, Comfort, and Value on the Court

When looking for court shoes, players are often caught in a frustrating dilemma. On one end of the spectrum lie elite, tournament-grade models—costing upwards of $150 to $170—that offer maximum stability but require a painful break-in period and empty your wallet. On the other end are cheap, generic sneakers that lack lateral support, leaving your ankles vulnerable during aggressive side-to-side movements.