JG Rackets

Get fired up for the final Slam of 2026 🇺🇸🎾🗽with these LTD edition US Wilson stunners. Blade 98 v10 (16x19), Clash 100 and 100l. Free Custom Stringing and NZ Shipping

The awesome Diadem Rush Pickleball Paddle in Sunset Orange is back in stock at a great price in time for Spring…
What sets the RUSH Paddle apart is its innovative design, featuring a rough fiberglass texture on the surface. This special texture not only adds a touch of style but also significantly enhances the paddle’s performance. It provides a solid grip on the ball, amplifying your control and power during shots. Coupled with its 5.4-inch handle, the RUSH Paddle offers outstanding maneuverability, catering to players from beginners to professionals.

Spring is nearly here and the tennis season is close! ASICS tennis shoes in-store and online now. From the stunningly perfect Court FF, lightning fast Solution Speed FF4, the workhorse Resolution X (in standard, wide and now Herringbone sole!) or the great value Challenger 15… start the season with fresh kicks and your feet will thank you. These are also perfect for Padel and Pickleball- shake the running shoes and stay safe on court with the market leading ASICS range.

Just landed at JG Rackets: The Asics Sonic Smash FF Men’s Padel Shoe in the sharp White/Energy Orange colourway.
If you base your game on explosive speed and aggressive net play, this is your next footwear upgrade. The equipment experts at Padel Addict recently put it to the test, naming the Sonic Smash FF “the fastest shoes of 2026”.
The technical spAsicsPadel -lightweight cushioning designed to absorb shock while offering high-energy return, giving you a feeling of continuous momentum during rapid sprints.
• SPEEDTRUSS™ Technology: An internal structural system that reinforces the mid-foot arch. This optimizes forward acceleration and provides the torsional rigidity needed for sudden, aggressive lateral shifts without compromising stability.
• X-GROOVE™ Outsole: Combines an X-shaped forefoot pattern for advanced flexibility with a traditional herringbone tread. This padel-specific setup ensures superior, predictable grip for slides and pivots on both sand and synthetic turf.
• Technical Mesh Upper: A lightweight, highly breathable build with strategic reinforcements that lock the foot in securely while managing heat build-up during long rallies.
Engineered for the modern, offensive player, this model provides an unmatched balance of immediate court response, essential stability, and lasting comfort.
Available now in-store at our Richmond location or online. Hit the link in our bio to secure your pair.
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These grip socks from 𝐎𝐍𝐙 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 are a fantastic addition to our range and a game changer if you want to avoid the dreaded black toenails that haunt racket sports players! Awesome business story from these 2 young kiwi lads check them out and support their journey

Super excited to have spent some time with Felipe and Diego from Kona New Zealand. Love their passion for their brand and sports - Padel, Pickleball and Beach Tennis - watch this space! We will have all Padel racquets onsite at PadelCentre and as if the racquets aren’t good enough to play with and look at - the top models come with a very high quality thermo cover with zip pocket. A must to see and try !

Confused trying to chose a Padel Racqut?
Remember the key elements:
Head shape (round for beginner diamond advanced)
Balance (medium for beginner high head for advanced)
Core (soft for beginner, firm for advanced)
Face (softer for beginners, firm for advanced)
And then mix and match as you need!

Find our full guide online or use this post as a quick reference