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Updated · Fox News · Jun 17
Caitlin Clark Unveils Nike Caitlin 1, Releasing October 1 for $140
Updated
Updated · Fox News · Jun 17

Caitlin Clark Unveils Nike Caitlin 1, Releasing October 1 for $140

3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 17

Summary

  • October 1 is the expected release date for Clark’s first signature shoe, with Nike pricing the Caitlin 1 at $140 in North America and $135 elsewhere.
  • The royal blue model carries Clark’s interlocking CC logo and hidden design cues tied to her No. 22 jersey, plus underfoot messages including “Shoot More Threes” and “From Anywhere.”
  • Nike said the shoe uses its new Opticast technology to reduce drag and was built around Clark’s speed, range and unpredictability, while Clark said she wanted it to work on and off the court.
  • An 18-piece Clark apparel line will launch alongside the shoe, extending a business push that adds to her growing impact on WNBA ratings, attendance and attention.
  • Clark becomes the fifth active WNBA player with a signature shoe from a major brand, joining Angel Reese, Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and A’ja Wilson.

Insights

With 33 signature shoes on the market, how will the Nike Caitlin 1 stand out beyond its famous name?
Will marketing Clark's shoe as 'universal' finally break the gender barrier in performance footwear?
Is Clark's shoe the start of a new era, or a bubble built around one superstar?