Cushioning is great, but it is not comfortable around the foot.
I am an Ice Hockey referee and skate between 20 and 50 games a month. My ankles developed these uncomfortable bumps below my ankle bone from my skates.  I tried these and while the bumps were well protected, I found the elastic to be too tight for the foot and it was too painful to wear for multiple games.  Someone with a thinner foot might have a better experience. These did not live up to my expectations.
Rating: 3 stars