Author: Brandon King

Nike (finally) is closing stores

Brandon King

Sunday Nike announcecd that it is closing all of its domestic stores and locations in other countries in an attempt to halt the spread of the coronavirus. In a statement the company had this to say: The well-being of our teammates and consumers is our top priority so we have decided to close our stores in multiple countries around the world including in the United States, Canada, Western Europe, Australia and New Zealand to limit the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). These closures will go into effect from Monday, March 16 through Friday, March…

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Making a Difference: Sneaker drives donates over 100 pairs of sneakers to California school

Brandon King

A conversation resulted in some students at North Highlands California’s F.C. Joyce K-8 School getting some much needed shoes.. Danielle Jones , who is known as “Coach Buckets” was relaying a conversation she had regarding a student . Jones recalled, “I look at his feet, and he’s wearing slippers. He didn’t have sneakers. The story reached Tom Tran , who is a basketball director with the NorCal Dynasty AAU basketball program, who decided to get involved. A sneaker drive was organized and within a few days over 100 pairs of…

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This Air Jordan 1 Mid is on the way

Brandon King

The colors on this Air Jordan 1 Mid may hearken to the Joker, Incredible Hulk, and for those of you old enough to remember, the Grape Ape. Its white underbase is overlaid by aloe verde leather at the toe, eyerow and wrapping the heel. Court purple shows on the lateral and medial Swooshes, at the top of the collar, and the lateral Wings logo. The aformentioned upper sits atop a white midsole and court purple outsole. This Air Jordan 1’s release is imminent at nike.com and select retail establishments and…

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All Red Vans UA Bold Ni LX now available

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The Vans Bold Ni is has returned as an example of a modern update on a vintage silhouette. This look features an all-red upper in a combination of leather and suede, with the only non-red aspect of said upper being the white laces. A red red midsole with the “Off The Wall” logo present on the heel and a gum rubber midsole completes the aesthetic. This Vans Bold Ni is currently available at select retail establishments such as Chmielna20.

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An initial look at the “Court Purple” Air Jordan 4

Brandon King

This “Court Purple” colorway is an all-new look of the Air Jordan 4 that will release this spring. The sneaker makes use of a white, metallic silver and court purple color palette that comes together in a simple , yet effective aesthetic. The “Court Purple” Air Jordan 4 is scheduled to drop May 14 at nike.com and select retail venues and will carry a sticker price of $190 USD. Air Jordan 4 White/Metallic Silver-Court Purple CT8527-115$190May 14 2020

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New Images of this furry Air Jordan 7

Brandon King

New images of this Bugs Bunny inspired Air Jordan 7 have surfaced. Is sports a natural grey, summit white, and pink foam color palette reminiscent of the carrot-chomping wascally wabbit. A grey furry upper is complimented by pink accenting on the tongue, ankle underlays, and inner. On the heel is stamped “130014-100”, which is the style code of the original 1991 “Hare” 7, as is the “23” logo on the heel. A white midsole with netural grey accents and a milky outsole with sections of various colors completes the aesthetic.…

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NBL statement on Grand Final series

Brandon King

From nbl.com.au : NBL Owner and Executive Chairman Larry Kestelman has made the following statement: “After consultation with local, state and federal authorities as well as our clubs, we have made a decision that the remainder of the Hungry Jack’s NBL Grand Final Series presented by MG between the Sydney Kings and Perth Wildcats will be closed to the general public. “The health and well-being of our players, staff, officials and fans is paramount. As a family sport we felt this was the only decision to make. “We commend the Kings,…

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Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: NJ sneaker seller robbed at gunpoint

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The latest transaction for a New Jersey man saw him transformed from customer to complainant. According to Captain Scott Buehler of the Montclair Police, the victim reported that he , through a mutual acquaintance, to meet in Nishuane Park at 11:00 p.m. with a male to purchase a pair of sneakers. Upon arrival, the suspect produced a sneaker box that, instead of the advertised footwear, contained rocks. The suspect subsequently brandished a silver revolver and demanded the agreed upon amount of the shoes, $350. The presence of the weapon compelled…

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MEAC calls off athletic competitions

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In the fallout of the coronavirus outbreaks, the Mid Eastern Athletic Conference has also decided to suspend all athletic competition for the time being. Below is a release from the MEAC: The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has announced the suspension of the remainder of its Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament, which is being held at the Norfolk Scope Arena. Additionally, all spring sports competitions are being suspended through the end of the Spring 2020 semester and next week’s Women’s Bowling Championship will also be suspended. According to Dr. Wayne Frederick,…

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Champion signs with NBL, becomes official on court apparel provider

Brandon King

From NBL.com.au : The NBL is pleased to announce the return of Champion to Australian basketball as the league’s new Official On-Court Player Apparel Partner. Whilst the announcement marks an exciting new partnership for Champion Australia, Champion is no stranger to the basketball court, having produced the on-court NBA jerseys during the 1990s and into the 2000s. Under the three-year agreement, Champion will design brand new team jerseys for the 2020/2021 NBL Season, along with a range of NBL club streetwear for basketball fans to enjoy. NBL Owner and Executive…

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