Foot Locker | CounterKicks

01-Sep-2010

Posted by : Gerald Flores

CounterKicks Interviews: Gene McCarthy, Under Armour Senior Vice President of Footwear

Category : CounterKicks, CounterKicks Interviews, Under Armour

Tags: Brandon Jennings, CounterKicks, CounterKicks Interviews, Finish Line, Foot Locker, Gene McCarthy, Micro G, Under Armour, Under Armour Micro G

When it comes to building up a footwear brand, Gene McCarthy knows the business. Formerly at Nike and Reebok, McCarthy has his eyes set on making Under Armour a major player in the basketball footwear industry. CounterKicks sat down with the UA Senior Vice President of Footwear and talked about his plans for the Micro G performance line, Brandon Jennings as the face of UA basketball, and the strategy and marketing for Under Armour as the company makes its highly anticipated launch into the fiercely competitive basketball sneaker market. Continue reading as CounterKicks Interviews: Gene McCarthy, Under Armour Senior Vice President of Footwear…

27-Aug-2010

Posted by : Yale Schalk

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New House of Hoops Launch – State Street (Chicago)

Category : Other

Tags: Carlos Boozer, Chicago Bulls, Chicago IL, Foot Locker, House of Hoops, State Street

The launch of a new House of Hoops location is taking place next Wednesday, September 1st. Opening on State Street in Chicago, IL, festivities will run from 5-7PM with a special appearance by Carlos Boozer of the Chicago Bulls.

17-Aug-2010

Posted by : Gerald Flores

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Video: Jordan Brand Vice President Howard “H” White @ House of Hoops

Category : Jordan Brand

Tags: Believe To Achieve, Foot Locker, Harlem, House of Hoops, Howard White, Jordan Brand, Video

CounterKicks was at the Howard “H” White event this past Saturday at Harlem’s House of Hoops by Foot Locker store. We shot video footage of a portion of H’s talk to the assembled crowd and kids, which was followed up by an autograph session of the Jordan Brand VP’s 2003 book “Believe to Achieve: See the Invisible, Do the Impossible”. Continue reading for the full video clip of Howard “H” White at House of Hoops.

12-Aug-2010

Posted by : Gerald Flores

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CounterKicks Interviews: Dwyane Wade & Chris Paul

Category : Air Jordan, CounterKicks, CounterKicks Interviews, Jordan Brand

Tags: Chris Paul, CounterKicks, CounterKicks Interviews, Dwyane Wade, Foot Locker, Harlem, House of Hoops, Jordan Brand, Love Of The Game, New York City, World Basketball Festival

With the inaugural World Basketball Festival taking place in New York City this week, there’s been a myriad of basketball personalities in town taking in the scene. Jordan Brand teammates Dwyane Wade and Chris Paul made their first stop in the Big Apple at Harlem’s House of Hoops by Foot Locker location.

CounterKicks asked the duo about their favorite sneakers growing up, what Dwyane thinks of the difference between running with Converse and Jordan Brand, a potential D-Wade signature shoe, and thoughts from Chris Paul on his signature shoe designer leaving Jordan Brand and who will take over the CP3 line. Continue reading to see how CounterKicks went 1 on 2 with D-Wade and CP3 and talked about their “Love of the Game”…

11-Aug-2010

Posted by : Yale Schalk

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Video: Foot Locker x Nike – “The Educators”

Category : Nike

Tags: Amare Stoudemire, Desean Jackson, Foot Locker, Justin Tuck, Nike, Nike Air Max+ 2010, Nike Air Wavy, Nike Hyperdunk 2010, Nike LunarGlide, Nike Trainer 1.2, Rajon Rondo, Sanya Richards

In this Foot Locker x Nike video collaboration, Rajon Rondo, Amar’e Stoudemire, Justin Tuck, Desean Jackson, and Sanya Richards are teachers/coaches/motivators for school athletes. The Nike Air Wavy, Nike Hyperdunk 2010, Nike Trainer 1.2, Nike Air Max 2010, and the Nike LunarGlide each make appearances as well. Continue reading for the full video “The Educators”.

04-Aug-2010

Posted by : Yale Schalk

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Video: “Buttershoes” (Foot Locker “It’s a Sneaker Thing” Series)

Category : Other

Tags: Foot Locker, It's A Sneaker Thing, Nike Free Run+

Foot Locker has unveiled a new clip called “Buttershoes”. Part of the company’s classroom-themed “It’s a Sneaker Thing” series, this ad shows two sneakerhead students whose female approval hinges on her footwear choice. Fortunately for them, one arrives wearing the Nike Free Run+ in White/Solar Red-Dark Grey. Continue reading for the full Foot Locker video “Buttershoes”.

23-Jul-2010

Posted by : John Brilliant

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Foot Locker/Footaction – Friends & Family 25% Off Coupon (July 23-25th)

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Tags: Coupon, Discount, Foot Locker, Footaction

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Foot Locker and Footaction are currently holding a Friends & Family event open to the public. The 25% off discount works at Foot Locker and Footaction retail stores and online. Promotion starts today and ends Sunday, July 25th. Continue reading for the complete details and printable Friends & Family 25% off certificates.

01-Jul-2010

Posted by : Yale Schalk

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Nike Air Force 1 ‘07 – Gorge Green/White

Category : Nike

Tags: Foot Locker, Nike, Nike Air Force 1 '07

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Here’s a look at the Nike Air Force 1 ’07 in Gorge Green/White. Textured green leather comprises the rear two-thirds of the shoe while green patent leather covers the forefoot, eyestays, Swoosh and heel tab. A white midsole and green outsole cap the look. Look for this colorway at Foot Locker stores on September 11th. Continue reading for more images of the Nike Air Force 1 ’07 in Gorge Green/White.

30-Jun-2010

Posted by : Yale Schalk

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Release Reminder – Air Jordan IX (9) Retro – “Citrus”

Category : Air Jordan, Jordan Brand

Tags: Air Jordan, Air Jordan IX 9 Retro, Citrus, Foot Locker, Jordan Brand

The Air Jordan IX (9) Retro in Black/White/Citrus officially launches to retail at midnight. FootLocker.com is currently running a countdown clock until item availability tonight. Retail is $150.

24-Jun-2010

Posted by : Yale Schalk

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New House of Hoops Launch – Southcenter Mall

Category : Other

Tags: Brandon Roy, Foot Locker, House of Hoops, Portland TrailBlazers, Southcenter Mall, Tukwila, WA, Washington

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The launch of a new House of Hoops location is taking place next Friday, July 2nd. Opening inside of the existing Foot Locker store at Southcenter Mall in Tukwila, WA, festivities officially kick off from 2-4PM with a special appearance by Brandon Roy of the Portland TrailBlazers.