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May 24, 2025

'YOU NEED A DASHIKI WITH THOSE!' - How Kyrie's Kicks Spark a Tribal Connection

Spontaneous style moments at chess hubs in NYC and DC reveal the deeper cultural resonance behind Kyrie Irving’s “Twin Flame” sneakers — and how one dashiki-style jersey completed the look

'YOU NEED A DASHIKI WITH THOSE!' - How Kyrie's Kicks Spark a Tribal Connection

Apr 5, 2025

SWEET VICTORY: The inspiring story behind the creation of Diaspora Honey

This runner decided to make his own honey ... Now he's on a mission to teach others how to manage beehives of their own

SWEET VICTORY: The inspiring story behind the creation of Diaspora Honey

Feb 13, 2025

Devin Booker's new black denim sneakers going for as much as $800

Latest version of the 'Book 1' is part of Nike's new 'Black Label' collection

Devin Booker's new black denim sneakers going for as much as $800

Feb 13, 2025

ON TRACK FOR LOVE: How a local run club led these two runners to say 'I do'

ON TRACK FOR LOVE: How a local run club led these two runners to say 'I do'

Jan 23, 2025

A STEP AHEAD: Innovative AI Tool Guides K-12 Students Through Sneaker Design Process

SneakerTheory.org and UF Team Up to Build the Next Generation of Designers

A STEP AHEAD: Innovative AI Tool Guides K-12 Students Through Sneaker Design Process

Jan 18, 2025

A PERFECT FIT: How an online sneaker course helped inspire my mission in education

Lacing up to learn

A PERFECT FIT: How an online sneaker course helped inspire my mission in education

Dec 1, 2024

FROM TRACK TO TECH: IBM data analyst ShuDon Brown finds parallels between coding and running

Coding with Style: ShuDon Brown Embraces Her Unique Identity at IBM

FROM TRACK TO TECH: IBM data analyst ShuDon Brown finds parallels between coding and running

Nov 23, 2024

SOLE SECURITY: How GPS sneakers could be a solution for families facing Alzheimer’s

From Quarterback to Quiet Peace: One Family’s Journey with Alzheimer’s and GPS Insoles

SOLE SECURITY: How GPS sneakers could be a solution for families facing Alzheimer’s

Nov 19, 2024

'PERFECT PARTNERSHIP' OR POTENTIAL PITFALL? No Written Terms in University’s Under Armour Deal

Unwritten Agreements: The Risks Facing Maryland Athletes in $98M UA Deal

'PERFECT PARTNERSHIP' OR POTENTIAL PITFALL? No Written Terms in University’s Under Armour Deal

Oct 20, 2024

STEEL-TOED DREAMS: Entrepreneur urges Job Corps graduates to adopt a 'work boot mindset'

Ed Hennings uses his story as a self-made entrepreneur as a source of motivation to others

STEEL-TOED DREAMS: Entrepreneur urges Job Corps graduates to adopt a 'work boot mindset'

Oct 7, 2024

THE JORDAN EFFECT: How a global sports icon sparked a baby-naming trend that spanned 5 decades

Spikes in popularity of the name Jordan are closely tied to milestones in Jumpman's career

THE JORDAN EFFECT: How a global sports icon sparked a baby-naming trend that spanned 5 decades

Oct 7, 2024

GROWING UP JORDAN: Gen-Zers explain the benefits and challenges of being named after one of the world's most famous athletes

Wearing #23 can come with a lot of pressure

GROWING UP JORDAN: Gen-Zers explain the benefits and challenges of being named after one of the world's most famous athletes

Sep 8, 2024

Former NBA player brings hoops and hope to kids whose parents are in prison

Basketball camp featured free sneakers and other gifts

Former NBA player brings hoops and hope to kids whose parents are in prison

Aug 23, 2024

Paris Olympics and AI create quick and easy way to make 'real-world' math problems

AI tools can spit out engaging math problems in just seconds

Paris Olympics and AI create quick and easy way to make 'real-world' math problems

Aug 13, 2024

This rap artist penned an ode to Sha'Carri Richardson BEFORE she won gold in Paris

Gat Turner's lyrical predictions often manifest in 'Black August'

This rap artist penned an ode to Sha'Carri Richardson BEFORE she won gold in Paris

Aug 9, 2024

New 'Jam' breakdance shoe seen as breakthrough moment

Sneaker released as breakdancing breaks into the Olympics for the first time.

New 'Jam' breakdance shoe seen as breakthrough moment

Aug 4, 2024

MORE THAN A RUN: My Inspiring Experience with DC Run Crew

Sneaker Theory sent a track & field athlete to check out a run club that stages public workouts in the nation's capital. Here's why her first visit won't be her last.

MORE THAN A RUN: My Inspiring Experience with DC Run Crew

Jul 27, 2024

CHAMPIONS IN THE MAKING

How the famous Black power salute at the ‘68 Olympics inspired my football coach to put Pumas on our team’s feet

CHAMPIONS IN THE MAKING

Jul 20, 2024

Kung fu shoes: The ‘sneakers’ no one dared to take

The slippers that could literally save your life

Kung fu shoes: The ‘sneakers’ no one dared to take

Jul 4, 2024

BEYOND THE COLORS: What makes sneakers 'patriotic'?

Are shoemakers exploiting the flag and the Fourth of July for profit?

BEYOND THE COLORS: What makes sneakers 'patriotic'?

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