Adidas x Sporty & Rich: The Summer Pickleball Capsule That Serves Style & Sophistication
Ever since Federico Staksrud—currently ranked World No. 1—signed with Adidas, the brand has been back on my radar in a big way. While we’ve yet to see him stride onto the court in a full-blown Adidas track suit (a moment I’m still holding out for), there’s no denying the label continues to set the pace when it comes to stylish athletic wear.
Now, with its second collaboration with Sporty & Rich, Adidas Originals has dropped a capsule wardrobe that captures the very essence of summer sophistication—for the pickleball court and far beyond it.
Source: Pickleball.com
A Court Capsule For The Well-Dressed Pickleballer
This new collection was clearly designed with movement, minimalism, and timeless appeal in mind. Think crisp white ensembles with subtle green piping, navy polos with vintage flair, and silhouettes that wouldn’t look out of place at a Riviera tennis club or a Hamptons paddle match.
It’s the kind of wardrobe you throw into your duffel when heading off on a pickleball weekend getaway, knowing every piece will mix and match effortlessly. Chic yet functional, stylish but understated—it checks every box.
The Polo That Defines “Quiet Luxury”
A standout from the collection is, without question, the navy polo tee. There’s something undeniably elegant about its clean lines and retro cut. It speaks softly but confidently—the embodiment of quiet luxury.
It’s easy to picture this piece turning heads at the local racquet club, where fashion tends to favor tradition with a twist. There’s a refined masculinity to it that feels fresh, wearable, and endlessly versatile.
Footwear That Walks The Style Line
The collection also includes two collaborative shoe drops: the Adizero Adios and the Blanc—each offered in signature Adidas colorways like court green, collegiate white, and cloud white.
Personally, the Blanc shoes win out. Their classic silhouette, iconic stripes, and clean color palette make them a long-term style investment. They’re the kind of sneaker that holds up season after season without looking like a fleeting trend.
The Adizeros, on the other hand, lean a bit too nostalgic for my taste. With their mesh overlays and shiny detailing, they bring back too many memories of middle school gym uniforms—and not in a charming, throwback way. Sometimes, we’re better off leaving certain styles in the archives.
The Ideal Capsule Combo
If I were building my dream court-to-street summer look from this collection, it would include the hat, the navy polo, the white shorts (or skort), and a fresh pair of Blancs. That mix nails the balance between function and finesse, making it easy to go from match-ready to post-game brunch without missing a beat.
The Verdict
The Adidas x Sporty & Rich collection isn’t just stylish—it’s smart. It delivers a curated wardrobe that feels effortless, polished, and perfectly aligned with pickleball’s emerging lifestyle aesthetic.
With the sport continuing to grow and evolve, so too does the culture around it—and that includes how we show up. This capsule reminds us that fashion on the court doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful.
Sometimes, a navy polo and a pair of crisp white shoes say everything that needs to be said.
