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Black Fives Basketball Gets Some Sweet Swag

Back in November, we shared the story of the Black Fives, the all-African-American pro basketball teams that played across the United States before the NBA was

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Reebok Pumps New Life Into an Icon

For 25 years, Reebok’s iconic Pump system has been found in basketball and lifestyle sneakers. In April, it made its debut in a running shoe.The ZPump Fusion

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Adidas Unveils Ultra Boost Running Shoe

At a big-deal event in New York last Thursday, Adidas gave the world its first look at the latest in running footwear: the Ultra Boost. "It's a game-changer for

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Nike's HyperSchool is in Session!

Last week, Nike invited Sports Illustrated Kids to HyperSchool, a fun and interactive experience, to teach us how weather impacts athletes. With a recreated

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Ollie is an Awesome Rough-and-Tumble Robot

If you’re looking to take play to the next level, you’ll want to check out Ollie, a rugged little robot designed by Sphero than can go just about anywhere and

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May the Vans Be With You!

If you love Star Wars and skating, Vans has some gear for you. The new Vans x Star Wars collection of skate shoes and lifestyle wear brings your favorite

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Zepp Labs Announces New Tennis App

Dedicated readers of SI Kids will know Zepp Labs. Back in April, we included their product Zepp Baseball — a sensor that attaches to the bottom of a bat to

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Scwinn CycleNav: Your Bike's First GPS

The weather’s getting warmer, which means it’s time to get back out on your bike! And if you plan on riding to some new areas this summer, you should check out

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Reebok Goes Wild With New Shaq Attaq

The first ShaqAttaq shoe hit the court in 1992, the same year the legendary big man made his NBA debut. Reebok Classic brought the sneaker back last year, and

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The Reebok Kamikaze I Returns

The first Reebook Classic release of the year hits stores today, and takes things really old school. The Kamikaze I was the footwear of choice for Seattle

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Gear: 94Fifty Smart Sensor Basketball

Let's say you're out on the court, shooting some hoops with your buddies. You're having a lot of fun, but are you improving your basketball skills? Thanks to a

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Bauer Debuts Od1n Line of Hockey Gear

At an even tin Chicago this afternoon, hockey equipment company Bauer gave the world its first look at three new "game-changing" products that it hopes will be

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