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Take another look at the “Rare Air” Air Jordan 4

Brandon King

The “Rare Air” Air Jordan is one of a few colors of the fourth model in the venerable Air Jordan line that is planned for retail runs in 2025. They sport a black upper overlaid with charcoal at the forefoot that wraps the toe and extends to the same location on the medial side. Red shows up on the lower lace tabs, as well as the Jumpman on the removable tongue labels, underneath reads “JORDAN RARE AIR.” Royal blue can be seen at the inner as well as the “NIKE…

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Check out these images of the “Black/Red” Air Jordan I ‘85 High

Brandon King

The release of the “Black/Red” Air Jordan I ‘85 High is one of the most anticipated releases in what could be a very expensive 2025 for sneaker enthusiasts.  A set of images have emerged of this latest iteration of this returning classic via conkeror 21 on Instagram that provides additional angles, as well as the original styled packaging. It sports a black upper paired with red, via an underlay at the toe, wrapping the heel and at the Swooshes that adorn the lateral and medial sides. Black shows up at…

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An initial look at the “Multicolor” Monopoly x LeBron XXII 

Brandon King

Several weeks ago we highlighted the blue iteration of the Monopoly x Nike LeBron XXII and now images of a multicolored aesthetic of this collaborative colorway.  It sports a multi-hued canvas upper that displays in a manner reminiscent of a tye dye pattern. LeBron’s signature appears in yellow at the rear heel, while a blue “MONOPOLY” tag is on the lateral side. Volt takes care of the inner and the tongue ; a jeweled Swoosh can be seen on the lower lateral side, while a depiction of a air of…

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Willie Simmons completes staff at FIU

Brandon King

Title image via the Famuan New Florida International University head football coach Willie Simmons has assembled his first staff. The Panthers’ new head shared the news via a post on X.  Per Zach Barnett of footballscoop.com:  Coach Simmons and his new staff have their work cut for them as they seek to rebuild a program that has only four winning seasons ( 7-6 in 2010, a pair of 8-5 marks in 2011& 2017, as well as going 9-4 in 2018) since 2002.

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Take a look at these on feet images of the “Reimagined Black Metallic” Air Jordan V

Brandon King

The classic, original “Black Metallic” Air Jordan V is the latest OG colorway to get the “Reimagined” treatment.  Set to release in February as part of 2025 it is bursting at the seams with high profile releases. The “Reimagined iteration of the “Black Metallic” – black nubuck upper, clear meeting on the sides and tongue, reflective tongue with red Jumpman, Nike Air branding at the rear heel, speckled teeth on the black midsole, and a black and translucent rubber outsole.  This iteration offers a few twists, such as white edges…

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”Rare Air” Air Jordan 4 bring back the “Face Box”

Brandon King

The “Rare Air” Air Jordan 4 will make its debut as part of a jam-packed 2025. A new set of images of this upcoming election of the classic silhouette gives a great perspective of the sneaker. It also reveals the packaging, which features a return of the “face box”, depicting Michael Jordan’s globally recognized mug  As it currently stands, the “Rare Air” Air Jordan 4 is slated to debut in the summer of 2025 at nike.com and select retail establishments. 

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PE Corner: An initial look at the “FAMU PE” LeBron XXII

Brandon King

Since inking a 6-year deal back in 2021the partnership between Nike /the LeBron James brand and Florida A&M has been very fruitful and has produced some of the most visually appealing team-exclusive footwear in the world of collegiate athletics. Having already done tremendous work using the LeBron XVIII, XIX, XX, XXI as previous canvases it appears the XXII has finally gotten the “FAMU” treatment. They sport a green upper underlaid with white that wraps the heel and also forms a Swoosh on the lateral side. Green also takes/care of the…

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”Black Tongue Fire Red” Air Jordan V coming in 2025

Brandon King

Just when you thought 2025 could not get any more action-packed, Jordan ups the ante even more with another addition to the year’s already star-studded release lineup with the addition of the “Black Tongue Fire Red” Air Jordan V, which was last seen in 2013.  At this early juncture there are no available images, but what we should be presented with is a faithful recreation of the classic colorway. The aesthetic should be one of a white leather upper with clear netting on the sides and tongue and likely a…

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Prairie View A&M names Tremaine Jackson new head football coach

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title image via Valdosta State Athletics Courtesy of Prairie View Athletics Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU)has named Tremaine Jackson as the new head football coach for the Panthers, effective January 1, 2025. With a legacy of excellence and a commitment to student-athlete success, Coach Jackson brings a wealth of experience and an unrivaled passion for the sport to the university. Joining PVAMU fresh off being named AFCA Division II National Coach of the Year, Jackson served as head coach of the Valdosta State University Blazers’ football team from 2022-24, amassing an overall…

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Earl Thomas’ wife facing multiple charges after defrauding him for millions of dollars

Brandon King

Nina Thomas and Earl Thomas ( image via Austin Police [left], Getty Images -[right]) The estranged wife of Earl Thomas was charged with multiple crimes this week, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, money laundering, and aggravated identity theft. According to prosecutors, Nina Thomas bilked the former former footballer out of millions of dollars. Court records, obtained by TMZ, allege that Nina enacted her scam on her Thomas in September 2021, which was after her 2020 divorce filing. The feds allege that Nina Thomas and an accomplice, whose…

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