There are times when someone has an idea that has a domino effect on our culture. One of those examples is seen from the actions of Sonny Vaccaro. He created a movement in the world of college basketball that ignited the sneaker culture that we see today. ESPN showcased Vaccaro’s [...]
Spring is here for most of us. Some of us are still dealing with snow. Yet there is hope! Warmer days and green grass is in our future. With those sunny days you need to make sure your shoe game is just as hot as the dog days of [...]
Most of my posts for this column here at Life of Dad have been geared towards us adults. Since this is a site that does focus on being a dad I would be remiss if I didn’t have at least one post that pointed out some sweet kicks for [...]
It seems now that every company has an app for your smartphone or tablet. Except for a Mortal Kombat II app that Ed Boon should have already made for us old school gamers. Sorry for that my little rant, but for you fellow snearkerheads Nike has made an app that [...]
This Sunday night the NBA All-Star Game is going to be played on one of the most revered courts in all of basketball, Madison Square Garden. Michael Jordan loved to play at the Garden. From dropping a double nickel on the Knicks to countless dunks, MJ loved playing in New [...]
Nike celebrates Black History Month with a collection of products across basketball, football, running, soccer and skateboarding that honors six athletes and coaches who have positively impacted sport with their courage and determination: Theotis Beasley, Kevin-Prince Boateng, Jerry Rice, Brianna Rollins, C. Vivian Stringer and John Thompson. A portion of [...]
No matter the sport every fan has their own beloved moments that they will always cherish when they think about their favorite team. For me I feel I grew up in the right era as a Chicago Bulls fan. In the 1990’s I was living in a suburb outside of [...]