A’ja Wilson’s Nike T-Shirt: The Ultimate MVP Gear

When it comes to iconic sports moments, A'ja Wilson is no stranger to shining in the spotlight. Fresh off her third MVP title in the WNBA, Wilson isn’t just making waves on the court—she’s also taking over the fashion scene with a brand-new Nike t-shirt that celebrates her incredible career. This limited-edition MVP shirt has fans buzzing, and it’s quickly becoming a must-have for anyone who follows Wilson's journey in basketball.

A Celebration of Greatness
A'ja Wilson wrapped up her season with a bang—securing her third MVP title and a fresh Nike t-shirt that’s as fiery as her basketball career. The black Nike shirt isn't just any piece of fan gear; it celebrates Wilson’s incredible journey and achievements in the WNBA, showcasing her as the true basketball queen she is.

The Iconic Design
The front of the shirt features a bold graphic of Wilson, taken from her viral red carpet moment at the 2024 All-Star Weekend. It highlights her signature grills and sparkling earrings, making it as stylish as it is iconic. Of course, no MVP t-shirt would be complete without Wilson’s star logo and Nike's famous Swoosh, reminding us all of the greatness behind the brand and the athlete.

Honoring Wilson’s Achievements
On the back, Nike proudly lists Wilson’s impressive WNBA accolades, from her Rookie of the Year award to her six WNBA All-Star appearances. This t-shirt is more than just apparel—it’s a wearable trophy case that honors her hard work, dedication, and domination on the court. It’s the kind of merch every basketball fan dreams of owning.

More Than Just a Shirt: The A’ja Wilson Collection
This isn’t the first time Wilson has inspired killer Nike gear. Earlier this year, she became Nike’s latest signature athlete, teasing her upcoming A’One sneaker collection. While the shoes won’t drop until 2025, the buzz around them is already electric. Fans are eager to get their hands on the full family-sized sneaker lineup, but until then, they can rock the MVP t-shirt and represent their favorite WNBA star in style.

Final Thoughts: Get It While You Can
A’ja Wilson’s Nike MVP t-shirt is more than just merch—it’s a celebration of her greatness. With a price tag currently at $40, this viral must-cop piece is the perfect way for fans to show their love for one of the WNBA’s biggest stars. If you want to rep A’ja and be part of the excitement, don’t wait too long—these shirts are flying fast. Make sure to sign up on Nike’s site and grab yours before it's gone!

Degree Deodorant Teams Up With Basketball Star Giannis Antetokounmpo to Launch Limited Edition Greek Freak Antiperspirant Deodorant

The world's #1 antiperspirant brand, Degree® Deodorant, unleashes a powerhouse collaboration with basketball superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo launching a limited-edition Degree Greek Freak Antiperspirant Deodorant.

Known for his exceptional versatility and ballhandling skills, Antetokounmpo is commonly referred to as the Greek Freak, and is empowering his fans to channel their inner Greek Freak with the confidence that this antiperspirant works as hard as they do. The deodorant provides 72-hour nonstop sweat and odor protection and is formulated with body heat activated capsules that work in sync with your body to release fragrance and freshness every time you move, so you can stay dry all day long – no reapplication needed.

Off the court, Giannis prides himself on being a fun-loving father and family man and has always had an affinity for sneaker culture, growing up sharing shoes with his brother to now having 4,000 sneakers of his own. Just as the colors chosen in his shoes carry significance, the colors in the bright, dynamic artwork on Degree Greek Freak were selected to match his confident lifestyle and playful personality. 

"I've had a busy summer this year. Between playing with the national team and balancing all the excitement in my personal life at home, I need an antiperspirant with sweat and odor protection that holds up all day long," said Antetokounmpo, the 7x All-Star and World Champion. "That's why I was so excited to take my partnership with Degree to the next level and work with them on the package design for this deodorant. It lasts through warmups, the game, post-game press conferences, and then chasing my kids around when I get home. Degree lets me give all I've got, on and off the court. If you want to smell great and play great with no distractions, this deodorant is the way to go."

Degree and Giannis are launching the ultimate fan experience in celebration of Degree Greek Freak Antiperspirant Deodorant hosting sweepstakes on both Degree's Instagram and Tik Tok, with the grand prize winner receiving a once-in-a-lifetime chance to meet Giannis in NYC. Fans can follow along from now until September 10 to enter the sweepstakes. To enter, fans must comment on Degree's Instagram sweepstakes post or Tik Tok post and use #DegreeGiannisSweepstakes.

"As the world's #1 antiperspirant brand, Degree is known for unbeatable sweat and odor protection," said Chief Growth Officer of US Deodorants at Unilever, Caroline Schweiger, "Our partnership with Giannis Antetokounmpo to launch limited-edition Greek Freak Antiperspirant Deodorant will embody a brand where strength, performance and confidence collide."  

Giannis fans can move, sweat and go all out like the Greek Freak himself by purchasing the dry spray in the cool rush fragrance starting today at Walmart stores nationwide for $5.79. The Degree Deodorant's Greek Freak sticks ($4.99) and dry sprays will also be available at Kroger stores on Oct. 7.

About Unilever North America 

Unilever is one of the world's leading suppliers of Beauty & Wellbeing, Personal Care, Home Care, Nutrition and Ice Cream products, with sales in over 190 countries and products used by 3.4 billion people every day. We have 127,000 employees and generated sales of €59.6 billion in 2023.

Our leading brands in North America include Dove, Hellmann's, Vaseline, Degree, Axe, TRESemmé, Knorr, Magnum, Ben & Jerry's, Nutrafol, Liquid I.V., Paula's Choice, and Dermalogica.

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Edifier Teams Up with NBA Stars Donte DiVincenzo and Jared McCain

Edifier, a leading innovator in premium audio solutions, is thrilled to announce an exciting new collaboration with NBA players Donte DiVincenzo and Jared McCain. This dynamic partnership brings together two basketball stars who share a deep passion for music, perfectly aligning with the high-quality audio experience that Edifier's W830NB over-ear headphones deliver.

 

A Fusion of Performance and Passion

Donte DiVincenzo, known for his explosive energy on the court and his love for rhythm off the court, and Jared McCain, the rising star whose creative flair extends beyond basketball into music, are the perfect ambassadors for the W830NB headphones. Both athletes are celebrated not only for their skill in the game but also for their authentic love of music, which plays a vital role in their lives both on and off the court.

"I've always believed that music fuels my performance," says Donte DiVincenzo. "The W830NB headphones deliver the perfect sound quality that lets me dive deep into the beats that keep me going, whether I'm prepping for a game or just relaxing."

Jared McCain explains, "Music is a huge part of my life. It's how I express myself, how I unwind. The journey within is where it all begins. Edifier W830NB headphones is my music companion".

 

Elevate Your Sound Experience with the W830NB Series

The W830NB over-ear headphones are designed for the true audiophile who demands nothing but the best in sound quality. Featuring -45db advanced noise cancellation technology, 94 hours long-lasting battery life, and a sleek, comfortable design, these headphones are engineered to enhance every note, beat, and lyric with crystal-clear precision.

"At Edifier, we are dedicated to creating products that resonate with our customers' passions," says Frank HE, marketing director at Edifier. "Donte and Jared embody the spirit of our W830NB series – they're passionate, driven, and deeply connected to the music they love. We couldn't be more excited to have them on board."

Join the Movement

Edifier is set to host an exclusive showroom event in New York this September, featuring special appearances by NBA players Donte DiVincenzo and Jared McCain. Attendees will gain insight into how these sports stars integrate music into their everyday lives, showcasing the impact of Edifier's W830NB headphones in keeping them connected to their love for sound.

The W830NB over-ear headphones are now available for purchase at Amazon•com, with a special limited-time offer.

About Edifier:

Edifier specializes in the design and manufacture of premium audio solutions that showcase technological innovation and design excellence. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Beijing, China, Edifier delivers outstanding sound experience through a wide range of audio systems for personal entertainment and professional use. Renowned for its award-winning design philosophy, expertise and innovation in acoustic technology, and superior manufacturing standards, Edifier is one of today's leading innovators of audio electronics. 

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Cooper Flagg And Sadie Engelhardt Named Gatorade Best Players Of The Year

Gatorade named Sadie Engelhardt and Cooper Flagg as the 2023-24 Gatorade Best Female and Best Male Players of the Year, distinguishing the duo as the best high school athletes in the nation. Former Gatorade Best Female Players of the Year Candace Parker and Paige Bueckers presented the honors live on stage at the 2024 ESPYs. With their selection, Flagg and Engelhardt join an elite alumni group forged over 20 years that includes Jayson Tatum, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Karl-Anthony Towns.

The Gatorade Best Player of the Year announcement is the culmination of an unparalleled Gatorade Player of the Year Awards experience that brought the 12 Gatorade National Players of the Year, the best of the best in high school sports, to Los Angeles for a week-long celebration. From photoshoots and first access to the latest Gatorade iD Drop to an exclusive celebration with a performance by Lil Yachty and their favorite pro athletes and opportunities to give back to the next generation, the immersive week is designed to recognize and celebrate their accomplishments in a way only Gatorade can.

"Our Gatorade Player of the Year class embodies the future of sport, so we're energized to celebrate their accomplishments and bright futures during this one-of-a-kind experience," said Gatorade president and general manager Mike Del Pozzo. "For decades Gatorade Players of the Year have gone on to have incredible success both on the field of play and in their communities, and we can't wait to see what these athletes do next."

Through Gatorade's Equity in Sports initiative, each year, Gatorade brings some of its Players of the Year to local sports organizations across Los Angeles to advance access to sport for young athletes in the city. As part of this year's experience, a few of Gatorade's Players of the Year stopped by Hollywood High School to surprise LA Rec&Parks and Girls Athletic Leadership School. 2022-23 Gatorade National Girls Basketball Player of the Year and USC guard Juju Watkins was also in attendance to present each organization with a $25,000 donation that will cover the cost of their sports programming, equipment, and fees for the next year.

Additionally, as part of Gatorade's commitment to breaking down barriers in sport, every Gatorade Player of the Year also receives a grant to donate to a social impact partner. From there, each athlete may also submit a short video explaining why the organization they chose is deserving of a Spotlight Grant, which awards an additional $10,000 to give to the organization. This year's twelve Spotlight Grant recipients joined Gatorade in Los Angeles for the Player of the Year Awards celebration. To date, Gatorade Player of the Year winners' grants have totaled more than $4.9 million across more than 1,600 organizations.

The 12 National Players of the Year also received exclusive first-access to Gatorade's limited-edition Drop co-created with UNINTERRUPTED, with Engelhardt and Flagg as the first to model the collection. The Drop, made up of two capsules including a vintage-inspired Gatorade branded track jacket and towel and a t-shirt, limited-edition snapback and Gx bottle, will be available for sale on the brand's free membership platform, Gatorade iD, beginning on Friday, July 12 at 10 a.m. ET, with limited quantities available.

2023-24 GATORADE BEST PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNERS

Sadie Engelhardt: California's three-time Gatorade Girls Track & Field Player of the Year, Engelhardt finished as the national leader in four events this past season and sparked the Cougars to a second-place team finish at the state meet. She crossed the line in 4:28.46 seconds to break the national high school record in the mile at the HOKA Festival of Miles, and clocked a 4:08.86 in the 1500-meter run while competing against pros at the Portland Track Festival—that time ranks No. 5 in U.S. girls prep history and qualified her for the U.S. Olympic Trials. Below are additional facts about Engelhardt: 

• Also the Gatorade State Girls Cross Country Player of the Year from 2022-24, she broke the California record in the 1600 with a 4:32.06 at the state meet, the fastest time ever in the event in a meet with high school-only competitors.
• Earlier in the season at the Azusa Pacific Meet of Champions, she broke the tape in the 800 in 2:03.46, which is the nation's No. 1 time by a prep girl in 2024.
• Volunteered locally on behalf of Runners For Public Lands, helping to clean trails and other places to run around Ventura County.
• Engelhardt has maintained a weighted 4.59 GPA in the classroom.
• Made a verbal commitment to compete on scholarship at NC State beginning in the fall of 2025.

Cooper Flagg: The nation's No. 1 recruit in the Class of 2024 by ESPN, 247Sports and Rivals, Flagg led the Montverde Eagles to a 34-0 record and the Chipotle Nationals title. Also the 2021-22 Gatorade Maine Player of the Year, Flagg is a McDonald's All-American Game selection, the 2024 Naismith Award National High School Player of the Year and a member of both Nike Hoop Summit Team USA and the Jordan Brand Classic squad. Below are additional facts about Flagg:

• The 2021-22 Gatorade Maine Player of the Year averaged 16.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 2.7 blocks and 1.6 steals this past season.
• In addition, he shot 55.1 percent from the field during the season.
• Participated in fundraisers for both the Ronald McDonald House and Donovan Kurt Memorial Cancer Fund, as well as volunteered at youth basketball camps and clinics in both Maine and Florida.
• Flagg has maintained a weighted 4.10 GPA in the classroom.
• Signed a national letter of intent to play basketball on scholarship at Duke University this fall.

About The Gatorade Portfolio 
The Gatorade Portfolio, a division of PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP), is a connected performance and wellness ecosystem built to fuel all athletes and exercisers. Bringing together Gatorade, Fast Twitch, Propel, Evolve and Muscle Milk, the Gatorade Portfolio is the most complete offering in the category today, with a broad range of personalized solutions at every stage of the athlete journey. This integrated system of brands is built on Gatorade's 59-year history of studying athletes and is fueling the future of athletic performance and wellness by delivering solutions across hydration, protein, energy and all-day nutrition to fuel consumers, no matter how or why they sweat.

About PepsiCo    
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people.

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Fan Reveals Human Mobile Devices As Global Partner Of Fc Barcelona

Flick, Romeu, Victor, Olmo, Roebuck… there have been plenty of high-profile new arrivals at FC Barcelona in recent months, and today, a new supporter is announced to join the masses of fans out there. That supporter is Human Mobile Devices (HMD), a European mobile phone innovator that prides itself on doing things differently – a trait made abundantly clear in the new partnership reveal.

Dropping on the HMD and FC Barcelona social channels, the partnership reveal video sees Lamine Yamal's hairdresser, Saul Peregrina, shave the world-famous FC Barcelona crest next to the HMD logo on the back of the culer's head to announce a three-year partnership deal, and it also gives a sneak peek of the new HMD Skyline in Blue Topaz. The intricate artwork took two hours to complete.

Saul Peregrina, hairdresser to the stars, recently cut Lamine Yamal's hair and the La Masia graduate's reaction video on TikTok has clocked up 7.5 million views. This time HMD put fan Iñigo in Saul's barber seat to recreate a stunning piece of shaved art combining the two brands' logos.

Sure to cause a stir on social media, the fan-led short film focuses on a young 20-something male Barca fan, who in true Catalonian style, steps into a traditional neighborhood Barber Shop to have his hair cut and talk all things football.

Dressed in relaxed jeans and the new FC Barcelona home shirt, the young man shows the barber - Saul Peregrina - a picture as if to say 'this is what I want,' before the barber intricately gets to work with his clippers. After a series of close-up shots, the camera pans out to reveal the finished 'do' which shows the HMD logo and FC Barcelona crest shaved into the back of the young man's head.

The barber holds up a mirror to show off his handywork and the young man gives a nod of approval before they both take out their HMD Skyline smartphones and take selfies to share with their friends.

The initial three-year deal, which sees HMD become a Global Partner of FC Barcelona and Official Mobile Phone Partner of FC Barcelona, is designed to raise awareness of HMD – a company not yet 10 years-old but already Europe's largest manufacturer of smartphones – primarily through digital advertising opportunities at the Olympic Stadium and then at the Spotify Camp Nou when it reopens later in the season. The partnership between the two brands extends beyond football as it will also cover the FC Barcelona basketball, futsal, handball and roller hockey teams.

Commenting on the announcement of the partnership, Lars Silberbauer, Global Chief Marketing Officer at Human Mobile Devices (HMD), said;

"When it comes to creativity and innovation in sport you simply cannot look past FC Barcelona. The club has always championed fresh thinking, beauty, and flair, and we have the same mindset when it comes to technology. And just like FC Barcelona brings people together – it's more than a club obviously – we're the same. Every device we make is designed to enhance people's lives and build connectivity. I've been a FC Barcelona fan for a long time, ever since Michael Laudrup joined the club back in 1989. I'm still a fan, and pleased to announce HMD as a supporter too. We can't wait to work with the club, and the culers, to do some amazing things together."

Away from the stadiums, HMD will have a significant presence across FC Barcelona's digital platforms (which at last count numbered 468 million) and over the course of the coming months and years the two brands will collaborate on a number of impressive digital-first content pieces to excite fans and keep partnership visibility levels high.

Juli Guiu, vice-president of the FC Barcelona Marketing Area, comments:

"We are very proud to take a new step forward in our commercial strategy by incorporating the HMD company as a new Global Partner. We feel very aligned with them in terms of brand values because theirs is an honest, transparent vision of technology that makes a priority of waste disposal and responsible use, with special consideration for the welfare of future generations. HMD and Barça are, from now on, two brands that go hand in hand from the present but looking to the future."

HMD Skyline in Blue Topaz – a new era of smartphone design that you can repair at home

HMD is known for its human-first, innovative and fun-packed devices; from creating dumbphones to give people a digital break, to unveiling beautiful repairable smartphones including HMD Skyline – a 5G¹ smartphone now in an all-new colorway, Blue Topaz, that stars in the FC Barcelona reveal film.

HMD Skyline is a premium handset that has been developed for the creators. It has a 108 MP camera and 50 MP selfie camera, great for capturing epic shots. It merges remarkable functionality with unrivalled repairability² and cutting-edge design, and costs just $499 USD.

The 8/128GB version of HMD Skyline will be coming to the U.S. this September, in three colors: Neon Pink, Twisted Black, and Blue Topaz.

About Human Mobile Devices
We are Human Mobile Devices, and we start by tuning into what people really want. Our consumers are passionate about the planet, often feel swamped by digital overload, and are keeping a close eye on their budget. That's why we are thrilled to be Europe's largest smartphone maker, championing repair-at-home phones, and a go-to for much needed digital time out. Coming this year, you can expect to see a new portfolio of Human Mobile Devices original mobile devices, as well as Nokia phones and exciting new partnerships.

Sobre el FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona is considered the greatest multisports club in the world and in 2024 it turns 125 years of history. It was founded in 1899 and it is owned by its members. Rooted in its city and country its outlook is global, and it has official headquarters in cities in three different continents: Barcelona, Hong Kong and New York. Barça seeks to change the world through sporting excellence. This also reaches the world of knowledge and innovation via the Barça Innovation Hub. The club is also renowned for its commitment to social causes, which it channels through the FC Barcelona Foundation, and for its work to educate boys and girls in the positive values of sport. Barça's growth in recent years means it now is one of the most beloved sport clubs in the world and one of the most followed on social media.

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Foot Locker Unveils Premier Basketball Destination with Nike and Jordan Brand Inside Reimagined Store Concept

Foot Locker, Inc. today announced the grand re-opening of its iconic store on 34th Street in New York City, a pivotal milestone in its global retail revitalization. Set to open its doors on August 22 at 112 W 34th Street, the newly redesigned store enhances consumer accessibility and redefines retail in the heart of Manhattan.

Reese's and All-Star Angel Reese Team Up for a Fan-Requested Merch Collection

Hold onto your Reese's Pieces candy, Angel fans! Reese's has joined forces with none other than pro basketball sensation and fashion icon Angel Reese to bring you a limited-edition merch collaboration that's everything you've been asking for. Literally.

After reading thousands of comments from Reese's and Angel Reese fans – the chocolate and peanut butter icon teamed up with the rookie double-double queen for the first-of-its-kind fan-inspired collaboration. This collection is all about celebrating the fans, with nods to "The Reese's Pieces" and "The Queen" herself, with designs that capture her unique style and your love for all things Reese's.