The 2024 Match range: The perfect companion as you discover padel

People who are new to padel and are enjoying discovering this wonderful sport will probably be keen to ensure they improve all aspects of their game every time they step on court. From getting some power into their shots, working on some spin to challenge their opponents, and finding the right area of the court every time are all aspects they will want to see improve. And in the 2024 adidas racket collection there are some perfect rackets that will take your game to the next level - the Match range.

Within this collection of rackets, there are three options - the Match 3.3 Black/Red, the Match 3.3 Black/Lime, and the Match Light 3.3. In this post, we’ll take a look in more detail at the features that make them a great racket for newcomers to padel and how they will help you improve on court.

Control your game and play the perfect shot every time

Confidence is key on the padel court, and those who are new to the game need to build that up to keep improving. One of the main ways to build confidence is to see your shots getting in the right area of the court every time. And the Match rackets, while designed for those looking for an all-round game, feature some important elements that will ensure you are comfortable and can play a controlled style while you start out.

Firstly, all three rackets have a rounded-head, a design that suits a more controlled style as there is a larger sweet spot on the face of the racket that is located in the middle. All of the Match rackets weigh somewhere between 360 and 375 grams, meaning they are all lightweight and you can focus on your shots every time.

A key element that ensures a comfortable feel while playing rallies is the type of rubber used in the core of the racket. And adidas has included the Eva Soft Performace rubber in the Match range, meaning the lower density ensures a comfortable feel as the ball responds off the racket, and allowing for slightly more precision playing your shot.

Durability for extra power

As a range of rackets designed to improve your overall game, there are many features adidas has included to enhance both power and other aspects such as spìn. Starting off with how to get some extra shot power, the frames of all three rackets are made of fibreglass, a durable material that is resistant and sturdy. The frame also contains one of adidas’ key technologies, Structural Reinforcement, which means perimeter reinforcements are present around the whole racket that allow it to generate greater resistance to the high torsions. Finally, another key element for producing extra shot power is the balance of the racket being slightly towards the head rather than in the very heart.

Smart holes lineal is a feature across all three rackets that not only improves the durability but can assist with playing come spin shots. The arrangement of the holes in groups of three strengthens the surface and means you can also get some extra ball rotation when playing your shots to challenge your opponent more.

Colours to suit all styles

Every padel player is unique and will want to develop their own style. A large part of that may also be the colour of the racket they play with. While the Match rackets offer similarities in terms of technologies, the colours set them apart. As the names suggest, the Match 3.3 Black/Red and Match 3.3 Black/Lime both feature black as the dominant colour with either a red or lime trim. The Match Light 3.3 is largely white but combines red and black around the frame of the racket. So, it’s up to you to choose yours, and maybe make sure it matches your choice of padel bag too.

Take a look at all the options available to you on the All for Padel website and more detailed product information. And keep an eye out on the blog as we analyse the impressive 2024 racket collection.