Congratulations! Nike Honors A’ja Wilson and Dawn Staley with Special Sneaker Collection Celebrating South Carolina Gamecocks Legacy
April 8, 2025 — Beaverton, Oregon
Nike is celebrating two of women’s basketball’s most iconic figures — A’ja Wilson and Coach Dawn Staley — with the release of a special sneaker collection inspired by their legendary South Carolina Gamecocks legacy.
Before becoming a WNBA superstar and two-time MVP, A’ja Wilson dominated the college basketball scene under the leadership of Hall of Fame coach Dawn Staley. Together, they helped elevate South Carolina women’s basketball to national powerhouse status — winning championships, breaking records, and inspiring a generation.
Nike’s tribute captures that powerful story with custom sneakers that honor both Wilson’s impact as a player and Staley’s influence as a trailblazing coach. The collection features South Carolina’s signature garnet and black color scheme, along with personal design elements — including Wilson’s jersey number, championship dates, and Staley’s iconic whistle graphic.
“Coach Staley believed in me before the world knew my name,” Wilson shared. “This sneaker is a tribute to our journey, the culture we built, and the standard we set at South Carolina.”
Coach Staley added, “It’s bigger than basketball — it’s about legacy, leadership, and lifting up the next generation. I’m grateful to Nike for recognizing that.”
The A’ja Wilson x Dawn Staley South Carolina sneaker collection will be available soon on Nike.com and select retailers.
