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A tradition that began in 1976 and a history dating back centuries upon centuries, Black History Month falls in February of each calendar year – a month long remembrance and celebration of the rich and powerful history of African-Americans. How one celebrates this momentous event differs by individual, and Nike expresses itself in the only way it truly can – by projecting the honor and spirit in its most beloved sneakers past and present. For 2011, the Nike Black History Month Pack pays tribute to three astounding black athletes of our time – Julius Erving, Michael Jordan, and Kobe Bryant. Nike remembers Dr. J for his unifying spirit as his energy and star-status helped combine the NBA and ABA; Michael Jordan for winning his first Slam Dunk title in 1987 and creating a unforgettable photographic memory forever instilled in sports and black history; Kobe Bryant for his astounding 81-point performance in 2006, signifying greatness in an era dominated team-oriented play.
The Nike Black History Month 2011 Collection includes the Converse Star Player, Air Jordan III, Nike Zoom Kobe VI, and the historic Nike Air Force 1; each installment of the Nike Black History Month 2011 Collection features the lustrious Black and Gold colorway and a particular graphic element in each shoe. Black represents the color of basketball shoes worn in the 1960′s, and Gold represents the supreme standard in which all of these notable individuals strive for. Continue reading for a detailed look at the entire Collection and stay tuned to Sneaker News for more information.
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Official Nike Press Release
This year’s Black History Month Nike Air Force 1 celebrates the achievements and pioneering spirit of three important basketball players: Julius Irving, Michael Jordan, and Kobe Bryant. There was a call to greatness for all three players, a moment in time that defined their careers, and changed the course of history for the sport of Basketball. For Dr. J, it was unifying the ABA and NBA with his finesse and high flying style. For Jordan, it was the ’87 Slam Dunk title, the one that made kids all over draw chalk lines to jump from in their backyards. When Kobe scored 81 points in ‘06, it made you question what planet he was from. Each player laid the foundation for the next to elevate the game even further.
The predominantly black upper of this Black History Month AF1 is a nod to the past, because in the early days of the sport of basketball, shoes on the court were almost always black. The hints of gold all around the shoe are reminders of the golden moment we all are striving to achieve. You’ll also find a woodblock cut print around the upper by artist Hele Woodruff, adding another chapter to the pioneer story.
With a premium Stetson leather upper, metal eyelets and accessories, gold stitching, and a clear tinted outsole, you’ll see this isn’t just your average AF1. This is a sneaker that celebrates a powerful pioneering spirit.
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30 Responses to “Nike Black History Month 2011 Collection”
January 14th, 2011 at 5:09 pm
So, Nike made a Converse BHM too?
January 14th, 2011 at 5:13 pm
i want the 3s sooooo badddddd!!!!
January 14th, 2011 at 5:17 pm
FIYAH
January 14th, 2011 at 5:18 pm
Not that bad of a collection. The Converse aren't that bad either
January 14th, 2011 at 5:25 pm
they acquired them last year
January 14th, 2011 at 5:26 pm
WAIT why arent the KDs in the pic
January 14th, 2011 at 5:28 pm
the only thing bad is that February is the shortest month. other than that the shoes are straight.
January 14th, 2011 at 5:29 pm
just an excuse to make more $$$
January 14th, 2011 at 5:35 pm
They acquired Converse in 2003. But this is the first time Converse has been included in the black history month releases. All the shoes look good to me.
January 14th, 2011 at 5:40 pm
the af1s are clean, but i agree, where's the kd3s? those were the dopest so far…
January 14th, 2011 at 5:44 pm
nice. but the 3s could of used a little more gold. maybe around the print that took the place of the elephant print (-_-) or maybe around the midsole and the outsole. idk i just know JB could of made the colorblocking on the 3s better but hey it is what it is right?
January 14th, 2011 at 5:49 pm
Would have been interesting to see what the BHM LeBron VIIIs would have looked like had they not been scrapped.
January 14th, 2011 at 6:13 pm
any release date
January 14th, 2011 at 6:15 pm
They should have made AM1's
January 14th, 2011 at 6:40 pm
The AF1's & the AJ III's look nice. Man, I really wish Dr. King waz still alive today.
January 14th, 2011 at 6:46 pm
The KDIII are Martin Luther King Jr day shoes if I'm not mistaken. These are all Black History Month
January 14th, 2011 at 7:11 pm
Are all of these general release? In previous years, BHM shoes were very limited and then last year they were GR. I'd like to know what I need to be preparing for.
January 14th, 2011 at 8:06 pm
Where's the KDs?
Are those only a P.E?
Also, any word on any of these release dates?
January 14th, 2011 at 8:12 pm
fresh just plain fresh
January 14th, 2011 at 8:49 pm
so lebron doesn't have a BHM? haha good for him
January 14th, 2011 at 9:24 pm
there were two versions, a quickstrike version which was extremely limited and a gr edition, do your research
January 14th, 2011 at 11:11 pm
Nice! now, imagine a BHM Lebron 8!!!!! Gott damn! Thats dope!
January 14th, 2011 at 11:44 pm
Do you guys know the release date?
January 14th, 2011 at 11:54 pm
Kobes looking really nice, and the airforces are look really nice as well (been a long time since I've said that) but there defnitely needs to be some AirMax90 love going on as well, or an AirMax1.
If that had happened, I would've actually picked up a pair. All Black 90 with that leather, and some minimal gold accents would've been sex in my eyes.
January 15th, 2011 at 12:58 am
I saw a dude wit the jordan 3 BHM in the barber shop!!!!!!!! i dnt think he knew what he had…. i shud of bought them off him smh
January 15th, 2011 at 2:14 am
Glad someone on here knows their ish. But the III's and The AF1's look coppable.
January 15th, 2011 at 2:48 am
IM DISSAPOINTED WITH THIS YEARS BHM AF1… NOT FEELING IT
ITS NOT TERRIBLE JUST NOTHING GREAT, PROBLY WONT COP…..
January 24th, 2011 at 7:01 pm
A Black History month search brought me to this page. However, I've found nothing here that celebrates Black history. Athletes wearing Nikes are fine but where is Nike's celebration of Frederick Douglass, Harriett Tubman, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr,, etc or any of tthe Black heroes found on many websites such as Nashville Game Company? Get with it Nike.
January 29th, 2011 at 6:08 pm
Man..that is exactly what my new line Iconic Wear will be celebrating, putting an Urban and Historic Look to the Pioneers of Black history. Check out my site http://www.mydreamalive.com for information and look out for the clothing line… Peace
February 1st, 2011 at 3:41 pm
The KD is the MLK JR. tribute.