When playing volleyball outside on a grass court, do you prefer to wear shoes and socks or play barefoot?

Question

Assume it is warm out.

I see a lot of people playing barefoot where I live. I am wondering if it is easier to move around in bare feet versus sneakers and socks.

Answer 1

I should say barefoot but I'd rather sit on the sidelines and watch. I never wear shoes and my feet are tough from all that barefooting, but I remember lots of smashed fingers from volleyball in high school... Can I wear gloves? :-)

Answer 2

I Like Playing Volleyball Barefoot In Grass Because You can feel the grass move between your toes

Answer 3

barefoot,because its more comfortable.

Answer 4

I find I always get better traction in sneakers.  Socks are optional.

Answer 5

Barefoot, I think you can feel the ground better and move more freely, and it will keep you on your toes!

Answer 6

I used to play bare foot.  But it killed my knees and my back - all of the jumping and moving.  So I started wearing shoes.  I find it is like playing indoors when you have shoes on.

I bought some sprinter shoes - they have rubber knobby treads on the bottom for traction.  They work wonderfully for traction, they are light, and they cushion my feet, knees and back great!  I still do experience sore feet afterwards, but that is due to running shoes not being constructed for lateral movement to the level that is involved in volleyball.

I think it is a personal preference, but where I play most of the people wear shoes and socks.  Some do still play bare foot, but most find that shoes and socks allow for better performance.

Good luck!

Answer 7

I prefer to be barefoot no matter what I am doing.

Answer 8

i prefer barefoot

Answer 9

barefoot

Answer 10

I prefer barefoot it's easier to move around!

Answer 11

barefoot...its much easier to move around

Answer 12

Ide Definatley say BAREFOOT !!!! There is nothing more annoying than trying to play a great sport with sand in your shoes :)