I bought these for my 7th grader who started playing soccer this year. He didn't like the way football boots covered his ankle and he used to play football so the coach recommended buying football boots. He has worn these boots to every practice and match on artificial grass and has never had any problems or blisters. He says these are the best boots he has ever worn so I have to trust his opinion. Judging by their attire, they'll easily make it to the end of October this year to wrap up the season.