St. Louis Shock Announces Montis as Official Shoe in Groundbreaking Multi-Year Partnership

First-of-Its-Kind Footwear Partnership in Major League Pickleball; Custom-Designed Shock Shoes to Debut in 2026

ST. LOUIS, MO – The St. Louis Shock of Major League Pickleball (MLP), the 2025 MLP Cup Champions, today announced a landmark multi-year partnership with Montis, designating the pickleball shoe manufacturing company as the Official Shoe of the St. Louis Shock. This groundbreaking agreement represents the first official footwear partnership of its kind within Major League Pickleball.

The partnership will feature custom-designed Montis shoes bearing the distinctive marks of the Shock, specifically engineered to meet the demands of elite professional pickleball competition. The exclusive Shock-branded footwear will be unveiled in the coming weeks, with shoes expected to be available for purchase in March 2026.

"This partnership with Montis is a game-changer for our organization and for Major League Pickleball," said Andrew Haines, Chief Operating Officer of the St. Louis Shock. "Footwear is fundamental to performance and injury prevention in pickleball, and Montis has built their entire brand around understanding the specific movements and demands of our sport. Being the first MLP team to establish an official shoe partnership sets a new standard for the league, and having custom Shock-branded footwear available to our fans creates an unprecedented connection between our supporters and our championship team. We're especially excited that every player in our Minor League Pickleball program will receive their own pair of these custom Shock/Montis shoes—it's an investment in their development and a symbol of being part of the Shock family."

Montis has rapidly established itself as a leader in pickleball-specific footwear, designing shoes that account for the sport's unique movement patterns—explosive lateral bursts, quick directional changes, and sustained court coverage. The Drop 1.0 court shoe features specialized components including heel reinforcement, toe-slide support patches, crash-resistant toecaps, breathable mesh construction, and high-density outsoles engineered specifically for pickleball's demanding physical requirements.

"Partnering with the St. Louis Shock as the first official shoe of any Major League Pickleball team is an incredible milestone for Montis," said Tyler Glauser, Owner of Montis. "The Shock's 24-1 championship season proved they're competing at the absolute highest level, and we're honored they've chosen Montis to support their pursuit of excellence. Creating custom-designed shoes bearing the Shock's identity allows us to combine our performance technology with the energy and innovation of one of MLP's premier franchises. This partnership will showcase what's possible when an elite organization and purpose-built footwear come together."

The multi-year agreement includes comprehensive partnership elements:

• Official Shoe designation with exclusive footwear rights for the St. Louis Shock
• Custom-designed Shock-branded footwear
• Consumer launch in March 2026 making Shock shoes available to fans nationwide
• Collaborative product development
• Co-branded marketing campaigns across digital and social media platforms

The custom Shock-branded Montis shoes will make their competitive debut in 2026.  Fans will have the opportunity to wear the performance shoes bearing the Shock custom-designed Montis shoes.

This historic partnership reinforces the St. Louis Shock's position as an innovative leader in professional pickleball, consistently elevating standards both on and off the court while creating unique opportunities for fan engagement and brand collaboration.

About the St. Louis Shock: The St. Louis Shock is a professional pickleball team competing in Major League Pickleball (MLP). The 2025 MLP Regular Season Champions posted a dominant 24-1 record, establishing themselves as one of the league's elite franchises. Since its founding in 2023, the Shock has experienced explosive growth, quickly becoming an innovative leader through cutting-edge community events, a comprehensive Minor League Pickleball (MiLP) program across 8 states with 110+ players, youth development initiatives, and championship-caliber professional competition.

About Montis: Montis is a pickleball shoe manufacturing company dedicated to creating shoes specifically designed for the unique movements and demands of pickleball. Featuring innovative design elements including heel reinforcement, toe-slide support patches, crash-resistant toecaps, and high-density outsoles, Montis footwear delivers the durability, stability, and comfort that pickleball players need to perform at their best. With multiple colorways and performance-driven features, Montis is redefining what pickleball-specific footwear can be.