There’s no doubt in anyone’s mind that Elena Delle Donne is one of basketball’s finest. A WNBA icon, she helped Team USA secure the winning title during the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, and the 2018 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Spain. With a winning streak under her belt, the Washington Mystics player is getting her own signature sneaker, the Nike Air Deldon. Already previewed in a few colorways, here's a first look at the "Barely Green" edition.
A model that is made to inspire generations of female basketball players, Delle Donne’s Nike shoe takes some inspiration from the past, and infuses it with elements from the future. Arriving in a subtle light green hue, suede and leather paneling throughout offer an extremely premium fit and finish. An oversized Swoosh shoots across the side panels, while a small tag on the toe box is embellished with the future Basketball Hall-of-Famer’s initials. Underfoot, a full length Air Strobel unit offers a crazy amount of comfort, and the most important element of the Air Deldon is the FlyEase lacing system that allows for seamless access. This was essential for Delle Donne as her sister, Lizzie, was born with autism and cerebral palsy, so the design had to be easy to wear.
The Nike Air Deldon Barely Green is set to release in 2022. It will drop at Nike, as well as select retailers worldwide, in-store and online. Coming in unisex sizing, retail is set at $120. Keep it locked to our Twitter andMobile App to stay up to date on future releases.
Nike Air Deldon "Barely Green"
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