# Sneaker Squeak Summary
The Surprising Science Of Why Sneakers Squeak | Science Friday | WNYC Studios
WNYC Studios2026.03.09Updated 27d ago
March Madness is almost upon us, which means basketball arenas across the country will be filled with the thunderous roar of fans and the surprisingly loud squeaks of basketball shoes...
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During March Madness basketball tournaments, the distinctive squeaking sound of athletic shoes becomes notably audible in arenas. This squeaking occurs due to the friction between rubber soles and court surfaces, along with air being forced out from shoe cushioning during rapid movements and direction changes by players.
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