Today is the day that basketball fans rejoice. March Madness is here. Hopefully you are happy with your bracket. There are many questions we have as this tournament begins. Will Kentucky win it all? Who will be knocked out early? Which Cinderella team will shine in this year’s tournament? In all this madness one thing is for certain. Each team will need sneakers. Here some of the shoes you will see players wearing during the games this weekend.
Nike Zoom HyperRev 2015
The Nike Zoom HyperRev 2015 Men’s Basketball Shoe features responsive cushioning and lockdown for impact protection and support when lifting off, landing and cutting. Hyperfuse construction provides a high-performance blend of breathability and stability without weighing you down. The lightweight Nike Zoom units deliver responsive, low-profile cushioning. The Flywire integrates with the laces for stability and lockdown and the foam collar helps lock in your foot. Plus the moulded TPU heel counter integrates with the laces for custom lockdown.
Kyrie 1 – Nike
This shoe is Kyrie Irving’s first signature shoe from Nike. Kyrie didn’t spend that much time at Duke University, but he is still giving the Blue Devils the option to rock his shoe on the court. With advanced traction, zoned support and lightweight cushioning, the Kyrie 1 Men’s Basketball Shoe is designed to engage forward motion while keeping a tight grip on the ground, allowing a quick first step. The durable rubber outsole features a modified herringbone pattern that wraps up the sidewalls for maximum traction. Plus the Nike Zoom unit in the forefoot provides low-profile, responsive cushioning for a quick first step, while lightweight Phylon foam in the heel delivers extra cushioning on impact.
ClutchFit Drive – Under Armour
Under Armour has been new to the shoe game, but a lot of colleges are feeling those sneakers. One shoe in particular is the ClutchFit Drive. The upper is engineered with Under Armour ClutchFit Technology, which adds a second “skin” of advantages that activates under pressure, locking you in with a 
snug fit. There is a full-length Micro G foam turns cushioned landings into explosive takeoffs. The external heel counter for added support and comfort. The molded Micro G sockliner cushions and keeps your foot locked in. The one-piece solid rubber outsole with herringbone traction pattern for exceptional lateral and linear movement.
J Wall – adidas
A former Kentucky Wildcat, John Wall knows what it takes to play in the big college games. Wall got his 
signature shoe line from adidas. This sneaker is designed and engineered to compliment a player’s quick style of play on the court. The J Wall has a unique air mesh upper for comfort and breathability. The rip-stop overlays on the shoe gives enhanced durability. There is also a full-length adiprene cushioning midsole for enhanced responsiveness, comfort, and heel-to-toe transition, so you can explode off the floor and come down to a soft landing. The full-length lateral FitFrame is there for a more controlled surface for you to plant against during explosive cuts. Lastly the double sided synthetic fit element wraps your foot during crucial changes in direction to give you the support you need to be at your best.
D Lillard 1 – adidas
Keeping with the adidas theme another NBA star recently got his own shoe. Portland’s Damian Lillard and former Weber State men’s basketball star got to pay tribute to his alma mater by dedicating one of his new shoe designs to his college. “My entire life I’ve dreamed of having my own signature shoe,” Lillard said. “I’ve worked so hard throughout my basketball career and with the support of my family, teammates and fans I’ve been able to get to a point where I’m fortunate enough to achieve that dream.”
During his time at Weber State from 2008-12, he was a two-time Big Sky Player of the Year. During his senior year, Lillard led the nation in scoring for the majority of the season, averaging 24.5 points per game along with 4.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds. Other college players hope that they will have the 
same success on the court using his shoe during the tournament.
The shoe features a synthetic and suede upper for lightweight durability and the SPRINTWEB tech for excellent stability in high-speed moves. There is a full-length ADIPRENE for optimized cushioning when rebounding. The SPRINTFRAME construction provides stability and speed through geometrical research to create a lightweight and supportive basketball chassis.