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Outdoor Sports Participation Growth Bodes Well for Footwear Industry
Pickleball, climbing and soccer are among the top growth sports, paving the way for demand in sneakers, performance shoes and lcleats.
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According to Women’s Wear Daily’s source item, Outdoor Sports Participation Growth Bodes Well for Footwear Industry, Pickleball, climbing and soccer are among the top growth sports, paving the way for demand in sneakers, performance shoes and lcleats.
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- Outdoor Sports Participation Growth Bodes Well for Footwear IndustryWomen's Wear Daily - 2026-05-22T19:52:16+00:00
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