Category: PE Corner

PE Corner: Oregon State Beavers Unveil Nike Vaporposite Pro PE Cleats in Signature Orange and Black

Brandon King

The Beavers are getting their own exclusive Nike football cleats, complete with bold team colors and custom details. Nike continues to deliver team-exclusive footwear to its college football programs, and the Oregon State Beavers are the latest to join the PE lineup. The Beavers have unveiled their own Nike Vaporposite Pro PE football cleats, featuring a bold orange-and-black color scheme that represents the school’s identity. The reveal was shared by Oregon State football. A Bold Orange-and-Black Design The Oregon State edition puts the Beavers’ signature orange front and center. The…

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PE Corner: Devin Booker Debuts “Just Don”Nike Book 2 Arctic Orange PE

Brandon King

Devin Booker is bringing a little pink heat to the hardwood. The Phoenix Suns star has debuted another eye-catching Nike Book 2 player-exclusive, this time wearing the “Just Don” Arctic Orange colorway inspired by one of the most recognizable luxury sneaker collaborations of the past decade. The latest pair blends Booker’s signature basketball line with the design language of Don C’s celebrated Air Jordan 2 collaboration, giving the Book 2 a premium look rooted in sneaker history. A Pink Colorway With Just Don DNA The Nike Book 2 “Just Don”…

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“Away”Jordan XL x Howard University PE Has Us Asking One Question: When Can We Buy These?

Brandon King

Jordan Brand, DROP THESE! Just in time for #HBCUFriday, Howard University has another special Jordan Brand PE that has sneakerheads paying attention. The “Away” Jordan XL x Howard University PE brings Howard’s signature blue-and-white identity to Jordan Brand’s latest performance basketball silhouette, and the result is a clean HBCU-inspired player exclusive that looks ready for the court. And naturally, there’s one question that immediately comes to mind: A Jordan XL Made for the Bison Why can’t we buy these? 👀 The Jordan XL is Jordan Brand’s newest performance basketball model,…

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Ja Morant Unveils Martin Lawrence-Inspired Nike Ja 4

Brandon King

Ja Morant is bringing some ’90s sitcom nostalgia to the basketball court. The former Memphis Grizzlies superstar has unveiled a wild new Nike Ja 4 inspired by Martin Lawrence and the iconic sitcom Martin. The eye-catching PE draws inspiration from the Ike Turner costume Martin wore during the “Boo’s in the House” Halloween episode, giving the Ja 4 a colorful, unmistakably ’90s aesthetic. The sneaker features a bold red, black and white floral-style pattern, metallic silver Swoosh detailing, a removable red bow and jeweled Ja branding. And yes—the sneaker is…

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TCU Football Unveils Exclusive Nike Vaporposite Pro PE

Brandon King

TCU football is bringing some serious heat to the field. The Horned Frogs have officially unveiled their TCU x Nike Vaporposite Pro PE, giving the program another exclusive piece of footwear designed specifically for its players. The Player Exclusive edition puts a TCU-inspired spin on Nike’s Vaporposite Pro football cleat, delivering a look that fits right in with the Horned Frogs’ identity. And while fans won’t simply be able to walk into a sneaker store and grab a pair, that’s exactly what makes this release so interesting for sneaker and…

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PE Corner FIRST LOOK: Air Jordan 11 “Florida Gators” Football Cleats Bring Gators Colors to the Field

Brandon King

Jordan Brand is giving the Florida Gators another standout player-exclusive for the 2026 football season. Florida offensive lineman Knijeah Harris recently offered the first look at the team’s new Air Jordan 11 football cleats, bringing one of Jordan Brand’s most recognizable silhouettes to the gridiron in full Gators colors. The cleats feature a bright orange upper, including the signature patent-leather mudguard associated with the Air Jordan 11. Metallic blue Jumpman branding provides contrast, while additional blue detailing and Florida Gators branding appear on the tongue. The overall design keeps the…

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PE Corner: Texas Football Unveils New Nike Vaporposite Pro PE Cleats

Brandon King

Texas Football is bringing some serious heat to the field. The Longhorns have unveiled a new Nike Vaporposite Pro Player Exclusive (PE) cleat ahead of their highly anticipated 2026 matchup against Ohio State. The football cleat takes inspiration from Nike’s iconic Foamposite design, translating the unmistakable molded upper into a performance football silhouette. Nike introduced the Vaporposite Pro at retail in late 2025, and college programs have continued to receive exclusive versions of the model. Texas’ edition delivers the school’s unmistakable Longhorns identity, pairing its signature Burnt Orange and White…

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PE Corner: Caitlin Clark Reveals Team USA Nike Caitlin 1 PEs Ahead of FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup

Brandon King

Caitlin Clark is bringing her signature sneaker to the international stage. The Indiana Fever star has revealed two new Nike Caitlin 1 Player Exclusives (PEs) created for her upcoming run with Team USA at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. Clark shared photos of the special pairs ahead of the tournament, giving sneaker fans their first look at the patriotic designs. According to Sole Retriever, the two PEs feature a red, white, and navy color scheme inspired by Team USA. One version features a predominantly red upper with navy…

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PE Corner: Diana Taurasi’s Nike LeBron 9 PE Is Coming to Retail for All-Star Weekend 2027

Brandon King

Nike is bringing one of Diana Taurasi’s rare Player Exclusive LeBron 9s to the public. After years of remaining exclusive to the Phoenix Mercury legend, the Diana Taurasi x Nike LeBron 9 PE “Black/Court Purple-Starfish” is expected to receive its first-ever retail release during NBA All-Star Weekend 2027 in Phoenix. (Sneaker Files⁠) The sneaker is reportedly scheduled to release on February 19, 2027, with a $250 retail price. The shoe carries the style code JF7374-001. (Sneaker Files⁠) Originally created exclusively for Taurasi during her legendary run with the Phoenix Mercury,…

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PE Corner: FIRST LOOK: Florida Gators x Air Jordan 3 “Championship” PE

Brandon King

The Florida Gators and Jordan Brand are adding another special Player Exclusive to their growing collection. A first look at the Florida Gators x Air Jordan 3 “Championship” PE has surfaced, giving Gators fans a look at a school-exclusive version of the iconic silhouette. The pair carries the unmistakable Florida identity while keeping the classic Air Jordan 3 construction intact. Florida has been one of Jordan Brand’s collegiate partners since 2017, and the program has received several exclusive Jordan silhouettes over the years. The Air Jordan 3 remains one of…

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