On Sunday, I headed over to House of Hoops Chicago in Northriver Side Mall to cover the Nike Zoom Kobe IV Lower Merion release with a special appearance by Kobe Bryant himself. There were tons of folks waiting outside of the store to get a glimpse of the 6'6 mega star. Inside the store, the HOH employees, select fans, Nike reps, and press were all buzzing with anticipation of the 3 time NBA Champ. As he entered the room, roars of "MVP" chants came from the crowd and you could really feel the fervor all around. Radio personality Leon Rogers of WGCI got some 1 on 1 time with Kobe and the two spoke on everything from how lightweight and efficient the Kobe IV model is to what other sport Kobe would be playing if not basketball *Football for the Eagles btw lol*. I, too, got the opportunity to ask Mr. Bryant a few questions, specifically wondering how important he felt it was to incorporate the same technology and aesthetics provided in the Zoom IV but for female athletes and also if he planned on doing a lifestyle collection for his line in the future. While it seems that Kobe and the Swoosh will be at work to create something the ladies can appreciate, we may have to hold our breath on a Kobe LS line, as the athlete says he is not yet interested in going in that direction. I had an awesome time at the event, and really got a chance to see how down to earth and engaging Kobe is. The fans enjoyed themselves as well, and we over at sneakherbox.com wish Kobe the best of luck this season!
Pics Courtesy of WGCI Radio 
Pic Courtesy of WGCI Radio
GS Section of HOH
Special Thanks To Cindy and Dan from Nike and the House of Hoops Staff 
Seemed like a pretty awesome event.. thanks for keeping us updated.. btw.. you looked great!!!!
ReplyDeletehaha...you look so official asking him questions and all. im really hoping that your voice and this site will be able to reach these companies that really need to know that females love sneakers too!! we want them to come out in sizes we can fit and we want more influence on the designs and colorways used. good job chicka...and i agree, u looked so cute!
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