ACACIA FreshShot

The KPU upper uses a lattice-shell design for structure and protection, while the reinforced toe and forefoot help handle sliding and dragging. Its wider fit gives your toes more room than a narrow court shoe. A heel counter and lacing system add support around the rear of the foot. Reviewers describe the design as robust, with one calling it wider-fitting and built for lateral movement.

Underfoot, the shoe combines an EVA foam midsole with Cloud Gel insoles. That setup is intended to absorb impact, reduce stress on your joints and add cushioning underfoot. The rubber outsole uses a multidirectional court tread for grip on hard courts. If you mostly play outdoors or make frequent lateral stops, this construction targets those demands rather than straight-line running.

Reviewers describe the rubber outsole as providing consistent grip during lateral moves, hard plants and retrieving lobs. The low-profile tread is designed to grip without feeling overly sticky. The lattice shell, heel counter and reinforced forefoot support quick direction changes and help protect against sliding and dragging.

The EVA foam and Cloud Gel insoles add shock absorption, cushioning and airflow-focused comfort. One reviewer found the FreshShot light but sturdy, while another described it as more robust than the ProShot. A player who preferred a stiffer bottom listed the FreshShot among their favorite Acacia shoes, so the feel may suit you if you want support over a soft, flexible ride.

The FreshShot has a wider fit. One buyer with wide feet ordered a larger size in another Acacia model, then found the FreshShot design ran a tad bigger and needed a smaller fit. Check the size chart carefully, especially if your feet are narrow or you are between sizes.