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Tyler, the Creator Inspires Young Creatives in All Star Series

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Following the announcement of his new sneaker with Converse, the Golf Wang Chuck 70 Python, Tyler, the Creator, teamed with the brand to host “Converse All Star Series: A Talk with Tyler, The Creator.”

An intimate conversation with Tyler was held at the event, which was attended by 19 young creatives from Los Angeles who are all members of the Converse All Stars community, a global network that connects young creatives to each other and the brand through digital and physical experiences, commissioned work, and mentorship opportunities.

Tyler gave advice for budding creatives, his experience working with Converse, his creative process and motivation, and more during the chat moderated by Bimma Williams.

“I had this idea to make a shoe,” Tyler said on how he connected with Converse. “We were going to do it on our own. That s— is really hard. Like really hard to get it right. A friend of mine by the name of Pharrel Williams, was like ‘Yo! Lil bro, how’s the shoe thing going?’ and I’m like ‘We’re figuring it out, we just got a few samples, they’re horrible. This is going to be a long winded process.’ He’s like ‘hold on, I’m going to put you in contact with someone names Paul that works at Converse. You don’t have to do anything with him but he might have some insight for you.’”

He added, “Long story short, well, small world. That guy knew Clancey, my manager, for years. So that was an easy thing, met up with him blah blah blah. Ended up meeting with Tim and Lindsey and was like okay let’s just do something together because they had the resources and I’m like I’m here to learn.

“When it comes to things like that I don’t really have an ego I’m like teach me, whatever. Then, from there the illest relationship happened. A lot of people aren’t even able to say this but man they let me do whatever the f— I want and it’s been the illest relationship that I’ve had with a company. It’s awesome.”

You can hear the entire conversation and see images from the event below.

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Tyler, the Creator Collaborates with Converse for the Chuck 70 Python

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Converse’s latest collaboration with Golf Wang sees the Chuck 70 “shedding its skin.”

Tyler, the Creator’s Golf Wang Chuck 70 Python replaces the silhouette’s distinctive canvas with snakeskin leather. Tyler is reinventing a Chuck 70 Low for the first time in his latest rendition of Converse’s classic shoe. Tyler’s courage to explore newness and innovation is personified by his investigation of a new silhouette and the ensuing, distinct flare that could only come from Tyler, the Creator, as the Converse and Golf Wang connection unfolds.

Tyler uses his penchant for exotic designs and patterns to bring a resurrected vision of the Chuck 70 Low to life with the Golf Wang Chuck 70 Python. The Chuck’s usual white foxing and outsole are replaced with a transparent version, which is adorned with luxury flourishes. The shoe also has an embossed snakeskin print and a cobranded sockliner, resulting in an elevated sneaker that continues Converse x Golf Wang’s irreverent tradition.

The Python’s two hues – a brilliant pink and blue – pop thanks to the distinct tonal design, allowing for an embodiment of Tyler’s aggressiveness.

Converse x Golf Wang Chuck 70 Python will be available on Converse.com and Golf Wang starting March 4th.

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Nike Reveals 2022 Doernbecher Freestyle Collection

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Nike has revealed the 2022 Doernbecher Freestyle collection. The line of sneakers upholds a collaboration between Nike and the OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, which has raised over $30 million for the facility and given over 100 patients the opportunity to design their own sneakers.

The 17th collection is headlined by Catalina Vazquez, Zoe Taaffe, Cidni O’Brie, Maylee Phelps, David Phelps, Ayman Wamala and Michael Wilson. The sneakers designed are the Nike SB Stefan Janoski, Nike Dunk Low, Nike Air Force 1 Fontanka, NikeCourt Zoom Vapor Cage 4, Nike LeBron 19, Nike Blazer Mid ’77, and the Air Jordan 5 Low.

eBay has the Doernbecher Freestyle XVII Collection and the special additions unveiled on February 25. The eBay auction will be active from 4:00 p.m. PST on Saturday, February 26 through 4:00 p.m. PST on Saturday, March 5. The Doernbecher Freestyle XVII Collection’s sneakers, apparel, and equipment will be available for purchase in stores later this spring.

You can see the sneakers below and learn more about the designers here.

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SOURCE LATINO: NBA To Celebrate Latin Nights With Noches éNE•Bé•a 2022 in March

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The NBA is celebrating its 16th annual Noches Éne•Bé•A (eh-nay-bay-ah) Latin Nights program with celebratory warmup shirts and merchandise, as well as team community activities and in-arena elements at select games throughout the month of March to honor NBA fans and players from Latin America and the United States.

All 30 NBA teams will wear specially designed Fanatics-branded Noches Éne•Bé•A warmup shirts during the first two weeks of March as part of Noches Éne•Bé•A 2022.

There will also be key televised games during the Éne•Bé•A celebration: March 3: Miami Heat vs. Brooklyn Nets on TNT (7:30 pm ET)
March 4: New York Knicks vs. Phoenix Suns on ESPN (10:00 pm ET)
March 6: New York Knicks vs. LA Clippers on ESPN (10:00 pm ET)
March 9: Atlanta Hawks vs. Milwaukee Bucks on ESPN (7:30 pm ET)

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Lunay, a Puerto Rican reggaeton singer, will perform during the Brooklyn Nets’ game on March 3 during halftime. The Los Angeles Clippers will host Festival Los Clippers on March 5 with local influencers in order to engage their new community group Somos Clipper Nation ahead of their March 6 game.

The Charlotte Hornets will feature a variety of in-arena entertainment on March 9 when they debut the Somos Los Hornets brand for the first time this season, including a Salsa Dance Cam and Spanish music fan contests. On March 26, the Orlando Magic will celebrate Noche Latina presented by FAIRWINDS Credit Union, which will kick off with a “Fiesta” outside the Amway Center, complete with food and music.

In honor of Noches Éne•Bé•A, Modelo will sponsor the Golden State Warriors’ Latino Heritage Night on March 30, which will include digital, social, and in-arena activations.

Visit NBAStore.com for a selection of Noches Éne•Bé•A merchandise, including men’s and women’s Fanatics branded t-shirts and pullover hoodies.

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Converse Reveals All Star BB Shift Sneaker Created for “Positionless” Basketball

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Converse announces the All Star BB Shift, the newest basketball silhouette in the brand’s ever-growing array of performance offerings, designed for the next generation of Positionless basketball players who refuse to be defined on or off the court.

Converse’s All Star BB Shift celebrates the ‘Positionless’ player who can play any position on the court. The player who receives buckets but is not placed in one.

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The Converse basketball player, like the silhouette, defies categorization, with a never-ending stream of colorways and player exclusives being painted onto its canvas. Converse has collaborated with its basketball team to produce a one-of-a-kind range of PEs that allow maximum self-expression and storytelling. Similarly, a diverse range of inline colors ensures that players of all levels can stand out.

The BB Shift is built on three tentpoles: control, weight, and lockdown, which, when combined, allow for self-expression on the hardwood, blacktop, or wherever the game takes you.

A sensitive Nike Air Zoom technology in the forefoot, a TPU shield for lateral containment, over lasted construction for better court traction, and a multi-direction outsole assist players keep in control. Leno weave pods provide lightweight support while also improving ventilation, and a textile and synthetic leather upper helps you stand out on and off the court.

You can see the new sneaker below ahead of it becoming available on Converse.com and retailers on Feb. 28.

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Detroit Pistons Team With Michell & Ness for Merch Line To Celebrate Boxing Legend and Detroit Icon Joe Louis

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The Detroit Pistons have unveiled a new apparel collaboration inspired by Detroit boxing legend Joe Louis as part of their Black History Month activations. The club collaborated on the new merchandise line’s storytelling, strategy, and design with the Louis family and Mitchell & Ness. Starting February 23, the line will be available through Pistons313Shop.com, and on February 24, it will be available at the team store in Little Caesars Arena.

Tyrel Kirkham, the Pistons’ Vice President of Marketing and Brand Strategy, described the cooperation as a means for Detroiters and sports fans to commemorate a sports hero and legend’s championship heritage.

“Joe Louis’ transcendent career embodies the spirit and history of Detroit,” said Kirkham. “We always view merchandise collaborations as an opportunity to create more than just t-shirts and jerseys – we want them to represent the city that surrounds us and the culture that makes Detroit such a special place.  The legacy that Joe Louis carries is something the Pistons organization is honored to share and celebrate.”

Louis and his family relocated to Detroit when he was 12 years old in 1926. Louis’ legendary boxing career began here, rising from amateur to world heavyweight champion. Louis is widely regarded as one of the best boxers of all time, having held the heavyweight title for a record-breaking 12 years. Louis was more than a ring champion; he was a civil rights figure who overcame the racial restrictions that plagued professional sports at the time. The Monument to Joe Louis, commonly known as “The Fist,” was erected in Detroit’s Hart Plaza in 1986 as a symbolic commemoration of Louis’ historical significance.

“My family and I are grateful that the Detroit Pistons and the City of Detroit continue to do their part by remembering and highlighting my father and all those great men and women who came before us in an effort to inspire those currently in the global arena,” said Louis Barrow, II.

Throughout February, the Detroit Pistons celebrated Black History Month with several activations and partnerships. To begin off the month, the Pistons teamed up with the Rosa Parks Estate to honor the civil rights pioneer by offering free bus rides to all Detroit residents on several days, as well as awarding 500 Rosa Parks-inspired coats to DDOT drivers.

Ongoing and upcoming activities include an “HBCU Night” at Little Caesars Arena on February 26 when the Pistons take on the Boston Celtics, a team visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. on February 28, in-game honoring of prominent Detroit creatives and leaders throughout the month, and the 17th Annual Black History Month Scholarship Event, where high school seniors in Detroit will have a chance to win a scholarship.

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JAY-Z, Meek Mill, Lil Baby, Michael Rubin’s Fanatics & More Team to Acquire Mitchell & Ness

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Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter, Meek Mill, Lil Baby, Michael Rubin’s Fanatics, Maverick Carter, Charli and Dixie D’Amelio (and their parents Marc and Heidi D’Amelio), and more of the biggest names in sports, entertainment, and culture announced they have teamed up to buy iconic lifestyle brand Mitchell & Ness from Juggernaut Capital Partners. Around 25% of the company will be owned by the strategic investment group, which includes some of the most well-known figures in sports, entertainment, and culture.

“Fashion is cyclical, but classics are forever. Mitchell & Ness is a true classic. I was an early adopter of this brand, as well as a part of a departure from athletic wear,” Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter said in a statement. “I’m proud to play a small role in bringing it back, and in some cases, introducing the authenticity and quality of the Mitchell & Ness brand to a new generation.”

Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin added, “Mitchell & Ness is an iconic brand and a pioneer within our industry.  I’m incredibly excited for Fanatics to partner with this incredible group of innovative owners to build upon the company’s already strong business that has kept the brand culturally relevant for more than 100 years. Growing up as a kid in Philadelphia we looked at Mitchell & Ness as a badge of pride, and I truly believe this legendary brand has no limit.”

Mitchell & Ness already boasts a strong brand but now will expand by utilizing its customer database and strong relationships with sports properties. In addition, the new ownership group will use their combined expertise to grow the brand by investing in growing the brand globally, continuing to elevate the brand’s cultural relevance, expanding the product portfolio, and bringing in new league, team, college, and entertainment rights.

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Puma and Puma Women’s Hoops Creative Director June Ambrose Releases New High Court Collection Pieces

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Following the success of PUMA’s basketball-inspired lifestyle collection, High Court, Creatively Directed By June Ambrose, and the introduction of PUMA’s new Women’s Hoops category, global sports company PUMA and PUMA Women’s Hoops Creative Director June Ambrose will release more High Court apparel and footwear.

Ambrose and PUMA will release several new products from the High Court Collection on February 16, with the entire collection available worldwide. The High Court Collection’s most recent styles are inspired by Ambrose’s belief that life is a sport, style is the game, and basketball is the attitude. To emphasize how women are continually winning, playing the game of life, and remaining on top of their daily grind in all roles that they hold, Ambrose incorporated athletic and physical characteristics of the game into the collection.

“Style is such a personal expression, I’ve loved seeing women…and men wear the collection in their own way,” Ambrose said of the collection. “This second drop is really centered around transitional style; I want every piece to work hard for the people wearing them. We hold so many positions in our lives, functionality and versatility are necessities!” 

The High Court Quad Women’s Basketball Jacket, High Court Cunning Suede, High Court Timeless Women’s Tank, University Shopper, and the High Court Women’s Arena Short are just in time for seasonal changes and varied wear.

The Quad Jacket may be worn in a variety of ways, including layered, long line and cropped, or zipped and deconstructed with a fleece, vest, and other accessories.

Starting February 16, the High Court collection, as well as the newest styles, will be available on PUMA.com, in PUMA stores, and at select retailers worldwide.

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[WATCH] Woman Stabbed At Foot Locker During Nike Dunk Drop In L.A.

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According to several confirmed reports, a woman was stabbed several times near a Los Angeles Foot Locker during the long wait for a Nike SB Dunk release. 

TMZ reports that the woman was stabbed by a man following an argument while standing in line. Video surveillance shows the man with a knife and not long after the video was released to authorities, the man was taken into custody.

The woman was taken to a nearby hospital, but her condition is currently unknown.

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23XI Racing Partner with McDonald’s for Racewear Collection

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McDonald’s and 23XI Racing are kicking off the season with a new gear line of racing merch that fans will be rushing to get their hands on just in time for the first race. The co-branded, limited-edition racewear collection will go on sale on the 23XI Shop sponsored by Fanatics on February 18th.

McDonald’s and 23XI merge streetwear and racing for their first-ever gear collection, which includes a special bomber jacket, limited edition t-shirts, basketball shorts, and tearaway snap-up pants for fans to mix and match and show off their style. The 23XI Speed Institute, 23XI Racing’s educational and professional development program focused on DEI activities in the motorsports sector, will benefit from all earnings.

“For years, racing culture has had a presence in streetwear culture. Growing up, I remember how cool it was to rock a racing jacket with all the different patches and designs, so I was more than happy to model this collection,” said 23XI driver Bubba Wallace.  “My favorite piece is the bomber jacket—I love how authentic it looks and it has a unique McDonald’s feature that I know fry enthusiasts, like me, will be particularly excited about.” 

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“We’re thrilled to bring our sports fans a streetwear collection they will want to wear and show off,” said Elizabeth Campbell, Senior Director of Cultural Engagement, McDonald’s USA. “Through our partnership with Bubba Wallace and 23XI, we’ve set out to broaden the racing fan-base and change the culture of what is typically seen in the racing world. This collection is one way we’re connecting to our fans, and we can’t wait to see their excitement when the merch drops this Friday.”

T-shirts will cost $29.99 and come in sizes ranging from small to 3XL. Jackets, pants, hats, and hoodies in sizes small through 2XL will be available, with pricing starting at $29.99. Slides will be available in sizes ranging from small to XL for $29.99.

This announcement follows on the heels of McDonald’s announcing an expansion of their collaboration with 23XI Racing this season, including Bubba Wallace’s participation in more races and the addition of Kurt Busch.

You can see the merch below.

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