Tag: Air Jordan 9

Air Jordan 9 “Super Freak” Finally Heads to Retail for Super Bowl Weekend 2027

Brandon King

Jordan Brand is reportedly opening the vault. After years of speculation and countless requests from sneakerheads, the legendary Air Jordan 9 “Super Freak”—inspired by Pro Football Hall of Famer Randy Moss’ coveted player exclusive—is expected to make its long-awaited retail debut on February 13, 2027, just ahead of Super Bowl Weekend. The release marks the first time the iconic colorway, once reserved exclusively for Moss, will be available to the public. Originally created during Moss’ dominant run with the Minnesota Vikings, the “Super Freak” PE became one of the most…

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The “French Blue” Air Jordan 9 is right around the corner, are they on your pick-up list? 

Staff

Later this month the “French Blue” Air Jordan 9 will make a long-awaited retail return ending 24 years in sneaker stasis.  As was the case with their 2002 progenitor, they feature a white tumbled leather upper overlaid with flint grey nubuck. French Blue can be seen in the upper portion of the tongue, eyelets as well as the branding at the rear heel.  Underneath resides a flint grey midsole as well as a Jumpman-branded white rubber outsole.  The “French Blue” Air Jordan 9 is set to make its sophomore retail…

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An on-foot look at the “French Blue” Air Jordan 9

Staff

The “French Blue” Air Jordan 9 is primed to make its anticipated return in early 2026, after being relegated to the sneaker sidelines for over 2 decades.  They feature a white leather upper paired with a flint grey rand that extends up to the collar. French blue can be seen on the “23” and Jumpman logo on the rear heel, eyelets, and the top of the tongue.  Underneath the aforementioned upper resides a flint grey midsole as well as a Jumpman-branded white rubber outsole.  The “French Blue” Air Jordan 9…

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PE Corner: the “UNC” Air Jordan 9 PE

Brandon King

This Air Jordan 9 was made specifically for the UNC basketball program.  Another well-executed UNC PE, they sport a white leather upper overlaid with a university blue rand that also wraps the heel and extends up to the collar. A navy “23” appears beneath the global Jumpman logo, while “UNC” is perched atop each respective tongue. Navy lace loops are complemented beautifully by the university blue laces.  Underneath this upper resides a navy midsole and a Jumpman-branded white rubber outsole.  These will remain in the realm of Player Exclusive, well…

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PE Corner: Michael Jordan’s “Charlotte Hornets” Air Jordan 9 PE

Brandon King

The “Hornets” Air Jordan 9 was created as an exclusive colorway for the man himself, Michael Jordan in 2019 when NBA All-Star Weekend was held in Charlotte.  They sport a white leather upper overlaid with that of a supple-looking purple leather rand that also extends up the heel and collar. Hornets teal can be seen on the “AIR JORDAN” branding on the tongue, the global Jumpman logo on the rear heel, pull tab, and laces.  Purple also shows up at the inner, with white making additional appearances at the “23”…

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PE Corner: Michael Jordan’s “Charlotte Hornets” Air Jordan 9

Brandon King

The “Hornets” Air Jordan 9 wascreated as an exclusive colorway for the man himself, Michael Jordan in 2019 when NBA All-Star Weekend was held in Charlotte.  They sport a white leather upper overlaid with that of a supple-looking purple leather rand that also extends up the heel and collar. Hornets teal can be seen on the “AIR JORDAN” branding on the tongue, the global Jumpman logo on the rear heel, pull tab, and laces.  Purple also shows up at the inner, with white making additional appearances at the “23” at…

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”Cool Grey” Air Jordan 9 coming in 2025

Brandon King

title image via zsneakerheadz According to the incomparable zsneakerheadz, t he “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 9 is set to make a return in 2025. They debuted back in 2002 as a then newcolourway of the 9 that had its cache raised when they had the distinct honor of being one the retro models that Micheal Jordan took to the court during his time with the Washington Wizards.  As of yet, there are no availale images of the 2025 iteration but what we should see if a sneaker with a grey…

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“Powder Blue” Air Jordan IX returning in 2024

Brandon King

The “Powder Blue” Air Jordan 9 turns 30 next year and in commemoration of that milestone, Jordan Brand plans to re-release this original colorway that is inspired by MJ’s beloved alma mater, the University of North Carolina. At this very early juncture, there are no available images but Jordan Brand doesn’t want to waste the time of the sneaker buying public, what we should see is a sneakers that makes use of a white black and dark powder blue color palette and should do its best to be a fairly…

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“Fire Red” Air Jordan 9: Official Images

Brandon King

Although the “Fire Red” Air Jordan 9 should be derided for not being the colorway we really want, the French Blue 9, I am finding a real difficult time generating the rancor for this sneaker. I think this sneaker is a cash grab that is meant to stoke the fires of anticipation for an eventual return of the French Blues, but despite all those things being true, it is a well-executed shoe. The white leather of the upper is overlaid with cool grey patent leather. Fire red is seen on…

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“Fire Red” Air Jordan 9 coming 23 November

Brandon King

The “Fire Red” Air Jordan a is not a bad looking sneaker at all; I’ll even admit that I like it. However that does not change what this shoe is – a tease and a cash grab designed to generate additional hype and demand for the colour fans really want ie the “French Blue” Jordan 9. As can be seen this upcoming a sports a white leather upper overlaid with cool grey patent leather. Fire red snows up on all the branding as well as the lace loops and pull…

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