Adidas Arthur Ashe Tribute Collection
The Adidas Arthur Ashe Tribute Collection celebrates the legacy of pro tennis player Arther Ashe. The collection will become available January 23, 2017. Cop a pair in this collection just in time to wear them at the same time as James Harden, Damian Lillard, and Derrick Rose. The three will be wearing the shoes in select games throughout black history month.
The first release of the Arthur Ashe Tribute Collection includes limited-edition styles of the Harden Vol. 1, Dame 3 and D Rose 7 signature basketball shoes. The sneakers are designed with scholastic legacy webbing, a multi-color pattern featured along the sock liner, collar and additional silhouette details.
Harden Vol. 1 features a black and gray knit upper capped off with premium white leather and black contrasts. Dame 3 and D Rose 7 pair classic white uppers and black accents in homage to the traditional performance gear of Ashe’s era. The “1975” graphic pays tribute to Ashe’s Wimbledon victory and No. 1 world ranking.
The outspoken pro-athlete utilized his popularity to bring global attention to civil rights issues in the United States. After retiring from professional tennis, he continued his legacy of fighting for human rights abroad.
“Arthur Ashe Activist Advocate” is displayed on the right sockliner to commemorate his worldly contributions. The “AA” graphic printed on the left sock liner stands not just for his initials but also for AIDS Awareness and Anti-Apartheid.
Each model also comes equipped with a custom Arthur Ashe portrait and signature hangtag. The Collection drops January 23, 2017 at adidas.com. Prices: The Harden Vol. 1 ($140), Dame 3 ($115) and D Rose 7 ($140)
