Performance-Proven.
Injury-Smart.

Independent biomechanical and performance testing comparing Elandr® to a leading netball shoe.

Independently tested 
by Anglia Ruskin University

44% more support

No performance compromise

Enhanced ankle stability during
dynamic movements

Athletes report strong stability and confidence

Performance without compromise

When tested head-to-head against a leading netball shoe, Elandr showed no performance compromise, despite being 0.4kg heavier.


No significant difference in sprint time, countermovement jump height or vertical ground reaction forces

Category Elandr® Leading Netball Shoe Takeaway

Sprint time (180° change of direction)

No performance loss

Countermovement jump height (double-leg)

No performance loss

Countermovement jump height (single-leg)

No performance loss

Peak power output

Power maintained

Ground reaction forces (sprint & landing)

No increase in impact forces

Change-of-direction performance

Movement speed maintained

Integrated ankle stabilisation

Built-in support

Controlled ankle range of motion

Controlled ankle motion

Controlled ankle rolling

Lateral stability

Brace-like ankle behaviour

Support without external brace

Performance maintained with added support

No trade-off

Ankle–knee trade-off evaluated

Stability tested without increased loading

Biomechanical
 advantage

Scientifically proven ankle stabilisation during the movements that matter most.



Key Findings:

  • Reduced dorsiflexion range of movement during sprints and jumps (protection during high-risk movements)

  • Controlled eversion range of movement during single-leg landings (where injuries commonly occur)

  • Maintained landing mechanics (no compensatory knee loading)

  • “Brace-like support without the brace” – integrated ankle stabilisation

“We undertook the assessment of the new Elandr® netball shoe here at Anglia Ruskin University. The shoe was substantially heavier than the current market-leading comparison shoe (by ~400 g), yet this added mass did not impair performance, with no significant differences observed in vertical ground reaction forces, countermovement jump height, or sprint time with a 180° change‑of‑direction.”

Dr Ash Willmott

Built different

  • High-Top 
Collar Design

    Provides added ankle stability while allowing natural on-court movement.

  • In-Built Webbed
Lacing System

    Creates a secure, locked-in fit for dynamic netball movements.

  • Enhanced Ankle Support Structure

    Designed to support the ankle 
during high-risk movements.

  • Quality Materials & Construction

    Built with durable materials for consistent performance on court.

  • - Sharon

    "These shoes are amazing. I used to have running shoes as they were the only ones that gave me the support on an outside court. These new shoes so much lighter but with even better support. A game changer for me."

  • - Katie M

    "Fantastic shoes. I love that my ankles are protected and I look good."

  • - A w

    "Have tried these shoes out a couple of times now and they have definitely changed my game! Having sprained both ankles in the last year I have become worried about landing, but not in my InfinitMax."

  • - Isabelle O

    "I got this as a birthday present for my 12 year old daughter who plays as a C/GD. She is loving her InfinitMax. She describes feeling a lot more lighter on her feet and her ankle well supported!"

The science of safety

  • Until Elandr, no specialist footwear existed to prevent ankle injuries in netball

  • 80% of netball players experience at least one ankle injury on court

  • 16 million ankle injuries in netball estimated annually

  • Research shows that ankle sprains account for approximately 5 % (1.3 million) of all emergency department visit

“The Elandr shoe addresses the biomechanical factors that contribute to these injuries, providing stability during propulsion and landing phases without compromising your game.”

FAQ (answers for sceptics)

Does a heavier netball shoe affect performance?

Independent testing by Anglia Ruskin University found that although the Elandr netball shoe is approximately 400g (around 44%) heavier than a leading market shoe, it showed no reduction in sprint speed, turning ability, jump height, power output, or landing forces. Crucially, the added ankle support did not increase injury-related load on the knee or negatively affect movement mechanics. While some players reported the shoe feels more substantial, this added structure contributes to enhanced perceived stability and protection without compromising measurable performance.

Is restricting ankle movement a problem?

No. Independent biomechanical testing found that Elandr’s enhanced ankle support does not negatively affect sprint speed, agility, jump performance, or landing forces. The design is engineered to limit excessive ankle roll while still allowing natural, functional movement. This means players benefit from increased stability and perceived protection without compromising performance.

Does the ankle support increase stress on the knee?

No. Independent biomechanical testing conducted by Anglia Ruskin University found no increase in ground reaction forces and no evidence that the ankle support shifted load in a harmful way to the knee. The design stabilises excessive ankle roll while allowing natural movement patterns, meaning support at the ankle does not come at the expense of knee mechanics.

What did players report during testing?

Participants reported strong ankle support, increased stability, and high perceived protection from injury. While some noted the shoe felt more substantial, this did not translate into reduced performance in controlled testing.

Does this mean the shoe prevents injuries?

No footwear can guarantee injury prevention. However, Elandr is specifically engineered to reduce excessive ankle inversion, a key mechanism behind many netball ankle sprains. The independent research supports that this is achieved without compromising performance or increasing harmful joint loading.

Tested by Experts

Independent university research you can trust:

  • Anglia Ruskin University Cambridge Centre for Sport and Exercise Sciences

  • Led by Dr Ash Willmott and Professor Mat Timmis

  • Rigorous methodology: 3D motion capture, force plate analysis, controlled laboratory conditions

  • 180 minutes of comprehensive testing per participant

Lab testing images

General shoe trial set up

The biomechanical, functional, performance and user feedback assessment of a new netball shoe compared to a leading market brand.

Authors:

Miss Sophie Noble, Mr Dirk Dugdale, Dr Jack Wells, Dr Andrew Morrison, Professor
Mat Timmis, Professor Justin Roberts and Dr Ash Willmott.

Institutions:

The Cambridge Centre for Sport and Exercise Sciences (CCSES), Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), Cambridge, UK.

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