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K-Swiss Announces Partnership with YG, Releases New Classic LX Sneaker

By Shawn Grant / April 7, 2021

https://youtu.be/Hl06Oeo1HLs K-Swiss has announced a new partnership with YG by launching the Classic LX sneaker available exclusively in Foot Locker....

Nice Kicks, Amoeba Music and New Balance Partner For New Collection

By Shawn Grant / April 3, 2021

Nice Kick's partnered with Amoeba Music and New Balance to release a new collection that celebrates the original objective of...

J. Cole Wears RS-Dreamer to Nets-Hornets Game

By Shawn Grant / April 2, 2021

The Brooklyn Nets have become the hottest ticket in the NBA. A couple of nights after Lil Baby and 42...

Nike Announces Air Zoom Greater Than Series

By Shawn Grant / March 31, 2021

Nike announces the new Nike Basketball Greater Than (GT) Series, which takes essential movement principles from hoops and levels them...

adidas Skateboarding Welcomes Kris Brown To Its Global Team, Rocks The New Forum 84 ADV

By Sha Be Allah / March 23, 2021

Following a brandwide announcement this past weekend, adidas Skateboarding welcomes Philly-based Pro skater Kris Brown to join its premiere global...

Air Max Pre-Day Introduces a New Era of Air

By Shawn Grant / March 16, 2021

Nike is launching Air Max Pre-Day, highlighting the new Air Max silhouette gives a look into the future of Air...

adidas to Release Exclusive Version of the Forum Sneaker for Detroit’s 313 Day

By Shawn Grant / March 12, 2021

The city of Detroit will be celebrating March 13 as 313 Day, in honor of the city's zip code. In...

K-Swiss Announces Partnership with YG, Releases New Classic LX Sneaker

Shawn Grant

April 7, 2021

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https://youtu.be/Hl06Oeo1HLs K-Swiss has announced a new partnership with YG by launching the Classic LX sneaker available exclusively in Foot Locker. K-Swiss and YG have created the Compton Country Club ... Read Article

Nice Kicks, Amoeba Music and New Balance Partner For New Collection

Shawn Grant

April 3, 2021

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Nice Kick's partnered with Amoeba Music and New Balance to release a new collection that celebrates the original objective of being a place where fashion, music and art could all coexist. The centerpiece of... Read Article

J. Cole Wears RS-Dreamer to Nets-Hornets Game

Shawn Grant

April 2, 2021

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The Brooklyn Nets have become the hottest ticket in the NBA. A couple of nights after Lil Baby and 42 Dugg were present, J. Cole hit the Nets game against the Charlotte Hornets and wore the new PUMA RS-Dreamer... Read Article

Nike Announces Air Zoom Greater Than Series

Shawn Grant

March 31, 2021

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Nike announces the new Nike Basketball Greater Than (GT) Series, which takes essential movement principles from hoops and levels them up through a systems-based approach in three new silhouettes: the Air Zoom ... Read Article

adidas Skateboarding Welcomes Kris Brown To Its Global Team, Rocks The New Forum 84 ADV

Sha Be Allah

March 23, 2021

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Following a brandwide announcement this past weekend, adidas Skateboarding welcomes Philly-based Pro skater Kris Brown to join its premiere global skate team. The newly released Forum 84 ADV model is suppo... Read Article

Air Max Pre-Day Introduces a New Era of Air

Shawn Grant

March 16, 2021

Footwear, Hip Hop Style | Latest Trends in Fashion and Footwear

Nike is launching Air Max Pre-Day, highlighting the new Air Max silhouette gives a look into the future of Air Max styles by utilizing the reductive and circular design. The new sneaker will release on Air ... Read Article

adidas to Release Exclusive Version of the Forum Sneaker for Detroit’s 313 Day

Shawn Grant

March 12, 2021

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The city of Detroit will be celebrating March 13 as 313 Day, in honor of the city's zip code. In celebration, SNIPES, Adidas, and the Detroit Pistons have come together for a co-branded mobile truck that will ... Read Article

Nike Announces New “Play for the Future” Signature Pack to Release on NBA All-Star Sunday

Shawn Grant

March 3, 2021

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With NBA All-Star set to go down on Sunday, Nike has revealed their new signature pack, "Play for the Future." The new releases are inspired by Nike's athletes' support of clean air, renewable and recycled ene... Read Article

Nike VP Resigns After Son Uses Her Credit Card To Buy $133K In Shoes To Resell

Sha Be Allah

March 2, 2021

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A mother was forced to resign from her job after her son charged close to $133,000 on her credit card. The kicker is that the son is a 19-year-old sneaker reseller and the mother is the VP of Nike North Americ... Read Article

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Adidas Is Officially Selling Struggling Reebok Brand

Jason Cordner

February 18, 2021

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Fifteen years after buying Reebok, Adidas is parting ways with the brand. Adidas announced on Tuesday that it plans to sell or spin-off Reebok as part of a new five-year strategy. Reebok’s net sales fell 7%... Read Article

Vans Introduces New Livestream Broadcast ‘Channel 66’

Sha Be Allah

February 10, 2021

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Vans is excited to announce the launch of Channel 66, a digital live stream network broadcasting weekdays from New York City, Chicago, Mexico City, and Los Angeles to audiences around the world. Vans version o... Read Article

3 Things Elijah “Mista Bless” Torres Learned While Brokering Sneaker Collab Between Fila And Maino

Sha Be Allah

February 9, 2021

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Elijah Torres, known in the streets as “Mista Bless” has played many roles across the industry. He’s worked on ventures in music, sports, and philanthropy and is currently working as a digital media cons... Read Article

Jordan Brand Announces Russell Westbrook’s “Why Not?” Zer0.4

Shawn Grant

December 21, 2020

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Russell Westbrook will hit the court this season for a new team, the Washington Wizards. With his takeover of D.C. comes a new signature sneaker, the Jordan “Why Not?” Zer0.4. The sneaker features a colorwa... Read Article

Trae Young Inks Multi-Year Extension with Adidas

Shawn Grant

December 10, 2020

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With the NBA preseason tipping off this Friday, Trae Young will continue to hit the court in Adidas.The Atlanta Hawks star was on ESPN’s The Jump and revealed he has inked a multi-year extension with the brand... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Jimmy Butler Signs with Li-Ning, Set to Receive Signature Shoe

Shawn Grant

December 2, 2020

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Jimmy Butler really is Dwyane Wade 2.0. After becoming the on-court cornerstone of the Miami HEAT, Jimmy Butler is also signing with Li-Ning.ESPN’s Nick DePaula reports the Miami HEAT superstar will sign a mul... Read Article

King Saladeen Links with Diadora for Philly Exclusive Sneaker Collection

Shawn Grant

November 13, 2020

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King Saladeen has teamed with Diadora for a new special footwear collection that is highlighted by the Diadora Maverick and Diadora N9002. The shoes are special for Philly natives but will also appeal to ar... Read Article

Jordan Brand Reveals Two New Sneakers to Celebrate 25th Anniversary of Air Jordan XI

Shawn Grant

November 12, 2020

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Jordan Brand is celebrating 25-years of the Air Jordan XI with the release of two new sneakers that pay respect to both the past and future: the Air Jordan XI Jubilee and the Air Jordan XI Adapt.The Jubilee br... Read Article

LaMelo Ball Officially Joins the PUMA Basketball Roster

Shawn Grant

October 14, 2020

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The top prospect in the 2020 NBA Draft, LaMelo Ball, has formally signed a long-term partnership with PUMA.The youngest of the Ball basketball trio, LaMelo is a 19-years-old, poised to be the No.1 draft pick, ... Read Article

Vans Announces Anderson .Paak as Global Music Ambassador

Sha Be Allah

October 8, 2020

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Vans, the original action sports brand, and advocate for creative expression is proud to announce three-time Grammy award-winning artist, musician, and producer Anderson .Paak as the brand’s first Global Music... Read Article

Jordan Brand Officially Unveils Air Jordan XXXV

Shawn Grant

September 24, 2020

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Jordan Brand continues to push sneaker culture forward the official unveiling of the Air Jordan XXXV, the newest model in the 35-year history of the brand.The AJ XXXV features a refined cushioning platform, le... Read Article