Sneaker News Updated April 28th, 2026: Nike just restocked the Doernbecher Freestyle Collection HERE.
Earlier this Fall, Sneaker News revealed the six shoes to be featured in the upcoming Nike Doernbecher Freestyle Collection. Confirming our initial report is the official unveiling of the 21st series, which includes the Air Jordan 17, Air Force 1 Low, Air Max DN8, Air Max Plus, V2K Run, and Vomero Plus. A release date for the entire collection is confirmed for January 17th, 2026.
The Designers
Below are the six child-patients of OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital that participated in the 21st collection. Across these six individuals are a number of hobbies that include softball, nature walks, tacos, gaming, and stuffed animals. Each of these unique passions are expressed through the unique footwear designs presented below.
Air Jordan 17 Doernbecher by Zach Rumbaugh
The Air Jordan 17 joins the Doernbecher Freestyle for the first time in history. Designed by Zach Rumbaugh, this AJ17 features elements of cars and bikes via the mechanical hardware seen on the upper. The iconic elephant print is seen on the tongue, while the 38 on the hang-tag represents the number of days Rumbaugh spent at OHSU recovering from cardiac arrest.
WHERE TO BUY
Mens Air Jordan 17 High "Doernbecher"
US 01/26/2026 Monday
Powered By:
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
Nike Air Force 1 Low ’07 Doernbecher by Oli Fasone-Lancaster
10-year-old Oli Fasone-Lancaster cooked up one of the most creative Air Force 1s in Doernbecher history. His love of cooking and aspirations in the culinary world informed this amazing design that includes some fun details like cooking tools and utensils on the Swoosh. The rainbow-colored hits are from Oli’s time at OHSU; he often drew rainbows during his cancer treatment.
WHERE TO BUY
Mens Nike Air Force 1 Low "Doernbecher"
US 01/26/2026 Monday
Powered By:
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
Nike Air Max DN8 Doernbecher by Raegan Scheid
Raegan Scheid was inspired by her love of softball for her Nike Air Max DN8. Baseball stitching is laid onto each of the Dynamic Air chambers, while refreshing blue on the upper remind her of her happy place–the beach. Motivational words appear on the insoles–a reminder of her journey to recovery.
WHERE TO BUY
Womens Nike Air Max DN8 Low "Doernbecher"
US 01/26/2026 Monday
Powered By:
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
Nike Air Max Plus Doernbecher by Sergio Cano-Marquez
Sergio Cano-Marquez combined two designs into one with his Air Max Plus. The game controls, Tetris blocks, and pencil on the black shoe reflects his love of video games and drawing, while the giant pizza-eating lizard is an ode to the vibrant NYC skyline.
WHERE TO BUY
Mens Nike Air Max Plus Low "Doernbecher"
US 01/26/2026 Monday
Powered By:
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
Nike V2K Run Doernbecher by Khovny Vignery
Khovny, who was named after the doctors who saved her life as a baby, brings her love of animals to her V2K Run. This pair is exploding with fun detailing such as the light-up bear, the sequined snake, and a miniature version of her stuffed monkey Pinky Doo Doo.
WHERE TO BUY
Mens Nike V2K Run Low "Doernbecher"
US 01/26/2026 Monday
Powered By:
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
Nike Vomero Plus Doernbecher by Molly Bell
Molly Bell’s love of nature inspired her Nike Vomero Plus design, but it goes beyond just trees and earth. Embroidered onto the upper is the camas flower, while a fawn’s hoof appears on the bottom traction. Bell advocated for the autism community by including a quite from her favorite author.
WHERE TO BUY
Womens Nike Vomero Plus Low "Doernbecher"
US 01/26/2026 Monday
Powered By:
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
What is the Nike Doernbecher Freestyle Collection?
The Nike Doernbecher Freestyle Collection is a partnership between athletic brand Nike and Portland-based OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. Since 2004, the Doernbecher Freestyle paired up child patients of OHSU with Nike designers to create an annual collection of footwear and product for public release; to date, this initiative has raised over $40 million.
When is the Nike Doernbecher Freestyle Collection releasing?
According to Nike’s official press release, the 2026 Nike Doerbecher Freestyle Collection is launching this coming winter. Sneaker News can confirm a release in early 2026 as part of the brand’s Spring 2026 line-up. The shoes will be available on Nike SNKRS and select retailers.
