OSD Talk Show:Ep.144-Future Sole: HS Winnners-Largin & Mann

Back after a 2-week hiatus and recharged and ready to knock down the kicks whose soles are too slippery to rock and those that are simple, fly and purposeful.....We're BACK!



Episode 144, which took place on September 15, 2010, the date stands the test of time of because it was 25-years ago that the first Nike Air Jordan basketball sneaker was released.  Yes, the Air Jordan 1 in black and red with a little white was first worn my Michael Jordan in 1985.

Also, we're joined by the Future Sole High School category winners- Allen Largin & Josh Mann.  Listen as they discuss their experience traveling Nike's headquarters, the role of their mentors in the process and their plans for the very near future.

*Sneaker NEWS*

• Skechers Toning Shoes / Class Action Law Suit
• Nike Plus Minus the Sensor
• Adidas Signs agrees to 4-year deal with MLS for $200 Million
• Brandon Jennings suggest being Snubbed by Nike
• Starbury Line Returns...IN CHINA!
• Under Armour Basketball line releasing early

*Sneakers DISCUSSED*

• Saucony Hangtime
• New Basketball Shoes from Protege
• Adidas WaterBug
• Asics x Sneaker Freaker Gel Lyte III
• Nike ACG Foamposite Bakin

*WTF*

Nike's Blow to Win

Brandon Jennings jamming to Lady Gaga

Media Takeout: Y'all don't know jack about the kicks Dwyane Wade is wearing.....STFU

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OSD Talk Show:Ep.144-Future Sole: HS Winnners-Largin & Mann

Future SOLE: A Dream Fulfilled On So Many Levels

Back in 2009 OSD was privileged enough to be a part of the Future Sole design competition created by our good homie DWayne Edwards Design Director for Jordan Brand. Having been exposed to the competition and knowing the vision that DWayne had in mind, we were full-fledged riders for him. With that said, it would be tough for anyone to deny the importance of the images of Future Sole Winner (Jordan) 17 year old Austin Jermacans dream being completely realized by not only winning the competition on the Jordan Brand side, but then actually having his winning sneaker (The Jordan Melo FSM6) produced and game worn by Carmelo Anthony of the Denver Nuggets as Austin sat courtside with his father and watched his sneaker in action to the tune of 30 points, 8 Rebounds, 5 Assists, 1 Block, and 2 Steals in what became a complete dismantling of Kevin Durant and the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010. If that's not enough for you...The sneaker will release to the public in June of this year!!!




After being there to see all 4 finalists do their presentations for their designs, it was honestly no easy job deciding who would be the winner for both Jordan Brand and Nike Basketball (Shout to Matt DeAlmeida). Truthfully, they all are winners and so are we! The FUTURE of the sneaker world is very secure. I really believe that!

In terms of witnessing the completion of the entire process for designing a sneaker with the purpose of having a top level athlete in his respective sport wear your design (as intended for him) is truly a proud moment for all folks around the world who love sneakers and work with them in ANY capapcity. Austin now has a new friend who plays for the Denver Nuggets who may very well be this year's NBA MVP as well.




Salute and congrats to Austin Jermacans, to DWayne Edwards, to all the past and present finalists, and EVERYONE who supports the Future Sole design competition.


To the kids who want to do this, and the parents who will encourage and support them, this years competition will begin soon! Keep visiting the web site for FUTURE SOLE

Future SOLE: A Dream Fulfilled On So Many Levels

Project Bluefoot Intelligent Design Competition Sponsored by Jordan Brand

OSD's friends over at Project Bluefoot want you to know about their Intelligent Design Competition which is sponsored by Jordan Brand. Here's your chance to design the Air Jordan XXV (25). Get in before the July 25th deadline. Sounds interesting...well get on over to the Project Bluefoot web site for the details and rules for the contest. Good Luck. It would make the OSD Crew proud to know that the winner of this contest is one of our supporters!

Project Bluefoot Intelligent Design Competition

Project Bluefoot Intelligent Design Competition Sponsored by Jordan Brand