Global Volleyball Shoes Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

Global Volleyball Shoes Market Outlook

The global volleyball shoes market size reached approximately USD 2.57 billion in 2023. The market is further estimated to grow at a CAGR of 2.8% in the forecast period of 2024-2032, reaching a value of around USD 3.31 billion by 2032.

Key Trends in the Market

Volleyball shoes are athletic shoes that are lightweight, breathable and contain cushioning for playing volleyball. These shoes are designed to absorb impact and provide support and traction to the players as volleyball requires a lot of movement.

• The surge in demand for customisation of volleyball shoes as per a player’s necessity is one of the prominent volleyball shoes market trends. Volleyball players have the option to choose the colour, design, fabric, and cushioning of their shoes based on their comfort level to maximise their performance.

• With the advent of new technologies such as SLS laser and wave technology to enhance cushioning, GEL technology to improve support and movement control, and cold gear technology that offers players protection from cold elements, the volleyball shoes market growth is expected to witness an upward trajectory.

• The market players are focusing on strategic collaborations with the professional volleyball team and its players to increase the credibility of the brand and expand their customer base. The rising interest and participation in sporting events globally is expected to favour the product demand.

Market Analysis

Based on consumer, the market is divided into men, women, and kids. The volleyball shoes market segmentation, on the basis of distribution channel, includes multi-brand stores, independent small stores, and online, among others. The regional markets for the product are North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the volleyball shoes market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.

• Nike, Inc.  

• Adidas AG  

• Asics Corp.  

• Mizuno Corporation  

• Puma SE  

• New Balance Athletics, Inc.  

• Hummel A/S  

• Under Armour, Inc.  

• Freewill Sports Pvt. Ltd. (NIVIA)  

• Others

Market Share by Distribution Channel

As per the volleyball shoes market analysis, the online distribution channel is expected to witness a significant growth in the forecast period owing to the availability of a wide range of options from diverse brands on online platforms. The provision of online discounts, coupons, and cashback offers also favours the market growth. Online retail stores facilitate a convenient shopping experience, free delivery and returns, and offer tools that allow buyers to compare features and prices of different products, enabling customers to make an informed decision.

Market Share by Region

North America accounts for a substantial portion of the volleyball shoes market share due to an increase in the number of sporting events, such as volleyball for men and women, in the region. With the rising popularity of volleyball in high schools, coupled with the formation of volleyball clubs the market outlook is expected to remain positive.

A significant push can be observed from the volleyball community in the United States to build professional outlets for emerging athletes. The US National Volleyball Association (NVA) and the Volleyball League Of America (VLA) have been making efforts in the same direction.

Additionally, the rising demand for these shoes can be attributed to their growing purchase by non-professionals to provide comfort to their feet and prevent injury while walking on hard surfaces.

Competitive Landscape

Nike, Inc. is one of the leading athletic footwear companies incorporated in 1964 and headquartered in Oregon, the United States. The company also provides apparel, equipment, and accessories for a wide range of sports.

Adidas AG, founded in 1924, is an athletic footwear and apparel corporation with its headquarters in Bavaria, Germany. Besides traditional materials, the company also uses sustainable materials such as recycled polyester and Ocean Plastic to make shoes and other products to lower their environmental impact.

Puma SE, established in 1948 and based in Bavaria, Germany, is a manufacturer of athletic and casual footwear and apparel. The company provides innovative designs for its products to adapt to the ever-changing fashion trends.

Other volleyball shoes market players include Asics Corp., Mizuno Corporation, New Balance Athletics, Inc., Hummel A/S, Under Armour®, Inc., and Freewill Sports Pvt. Ltd. (NIVIA), among others.

Key Highlights of the Report