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Adidas x Damian Lillard Unveil Dame 9 Signature Shoe with Bape Collab
Adidas Basketball showcased the latest iteration of the Dame franchise, the Dame 9, an extension of Damian Lillard’s signature shoe line. Adidas rounded out the shoe drop with a selection of apparel pieces. The limited edition collection will be available on August 31.
Puma Hoops x LaMelo Ball Are Back with MB.04 and LaFrancé 1:1
The newest MB.04 integrates Ball’s branding, including the Phoenix logo and “1 1 1” motifs. Puma and Ball are also dropping a new colorway of the LaFrancé 1:1 in all-over baby blue. Launching on September 12, the Puma MB.04 and LaFrance 1of1 include various apparel pieces.
Skechers Signs Football Legend Ruud Gullit
The former Netherlands National Team Captain will appear in Skechers marketing campaigns as the brand’s first ambassador for Benelux.
Adidas and Patrick Mahomes Sign Six Texas Tech Student/Athletes to Team Mahomes
Adidas and Patrick Mahomes signed six student-athletes at Texas Tech University to NIL deals on August 23. The contracts follow just weeks after Adidas signed a deal with school to be the official footwear, uniform, apparel, and accessory partner of the Texas Tech Red Raiders.
Onix Pickleball Launches Supercell Paddles
The paddle is for players with a shorter, slower stroke, comes in two designs, orange and blue, and meets the USA Pickleball requirements, making it approved for all official tournament play.
Asics Adds Taylor Fritz to Global Athlete Roster
An Olympic bronze medalist in men’s doubles, four-time Grand Slam quarterfinalist, and career-high No.5 worldwide, Fritz will enhance the brand’s tennis ambassador portfolio.
Rhone Signs LPGA Tour Athletes Lilia Vu and Lauren Hartlage
“We at Rhone cannot wait to be alongside these athletes as they deal with the everyday challenges of high-performance sports.” — Emma Crepeau, Chief Growth Officer, Rhone
Good Read: “Look Good, Feel Good, Play Good: Nike Apparel”
“Look Good, Feel Good, Play Good: Nike Apparel” charts a visual history of women’s sportswear and the key role Nike has played in advancing women’s sports over the last 50 years.
Pvolve and Vuori Build on Successful Partnership
The company’s announced an expansion of their partnership through a nationwide Pvolve x Vuori tour and the introduction of Pvolve-branded Vuori products to appear in Pvolve studios later this year.
Galvin Green Introduces Waterproof Dryvr Collection
“Working closely with Pertex and through rigorous testing, we’ve ensured the advanced fabric performs to our exceptionally high standards and are delighted to welcome it into our market-leading Dryvr product range,” —CEO Nicholai Stein
University of Alaska Fairbanks Extends Partnership with BSN Sports and Nike
BSN Sports will remain the Nanooks’ official apparel and equipment provider, outfitting student-athletes, coaches and staff in Nike gear for multiple athletic seasons.
Wilson Drops RF Collection in Collaboration with Roger Federer
The RF 01 line includes three rackets designed and tested by Federer: RF 01 Pro, RF 01 and RF 01 Future. The collection also features bags and accessories. This collaboration will keep Federer partnering with Wilson, with the RF 01 being the first line in this signature collection.
FIU Stadium Rebrands to Pitbull Stadium
The 10-year agreement will see FIU Stadium rebranded as Pitbull Stadium, making it the first athletics venue to have an artist possessing the naming rights.
Report: U.S. Highschools Offering Girls More Opportunity to Play Flag Football
A recent NSGA report shows that high schools are offering girls more opportunities to play flag football. Eleven states have officially sanctioned games, and Illinois and Colorado will add the sport in 2024. Montana offers the sport as a pilot program.
JD Sports, Nike’s First Global Retail Connected Member Partner
Through the partnership, JD’s U.S. customers can access select Nike members-only footwear and clothing by linking their JD Status and Nike membership accounts through the JD app or website.
