Nike launches a pair of the Air Foamposite One sneaker to tell the story of all-star athlete Penny Hardaway during the All-Star NBA game in 1996. The sneaker itself boasts a colorway that blends the hues of black, white, and the brand's 'Game Sapphire Blue.'
This is then detailed with design elements such as a fading color with references to Hardaway's own home team. To capture this, there are lightning strikes across the mid panels and additional accents at the heel and sole unit. The '1CENT' logo is the athlete's signature with is further accented with herringbone shading to capture the true energy of the 90s. The lightning motif references the pans he wore during the 1996 All-Star Game.
All Star Athlete-Honoring Sneakers
Nike Celebrates Penny Hardaway with a Air Foamposite One Shoe
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