New sneaker endorsed by APTA

Advertisment for the Marcraft Sorba paddle
Advertisment for the Marcraft Sorba paddle
Source: Platform Tennis, January 1981

The APTA endorsed the Swift River “Reflex” court shoe following tests by a Board-appointed players committee.

The Swift River “Reflex” court shoe was made in New Hampshire.

The sneakers had bottoms made of a gum-colored compound of high-abrasion rubber to assure maximum mobility in any weather, as well as resistance to abrasion.