The Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Howard University” will be released during the Holiday of 2024. This will mark the first HBCU x Jordan Brand release to the public, and will debut on October 10, 2024. The retail price is $140.
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In 2023, Jordan Brand gifted various college basketball teams their own Air Jordan 1 Low OG PE. One of the schools was Howard University, specifically the women’s basketball team. Each pair had a similar theme, but the colors and mascot present would reflect the school. Jordan Brand will launch the “Howard University” Air Jordan 1 Low OG during the Holiday 2024 season. This also marks the first time the brand will launch an HBCU shoe at retailers.
Howard University was founded on March 2, 1867, and some famous alumni include Chadwick Boseman, Sean Combs, Nick Cannon, Marlon Wayans, Anthony Anderson, a big Jordan Brand guy, Taraji P. Henson, and more. In 2020, Jordan Brand and Howard University signed a 20-year partnership. The same year, Michael Jordan committed to donate $100 million over 10 years to organizations dedicated to ensuring racial equality and social justice. Since the partnership, Howard has received multiple player exclusives, including a showcase of Air Jordans 1 – 38.
Our sources informed us that the Air Jordan 1 Low releasing to the public will be the PE that was designed in 2023 and gifted to the women’s basketball team. Dressed in the school colors of Red, Indigo Blue, and White. Utilizing a White leather base and Red suede on the overlays. Blue appears on the tongue labels, Swoosh with a stingray-like texture, and mini Swoosh. For a premium feel, satin quilted liners are used. The Wings logo adorns the heel in White, and the Nike Air on the tongue features the same shade. Other details include the Howard Bison logo on the insoles, Sail midsole, and a Gum rubber outsole.
Air Jordan 1 Low OG Howard University 2024 Release Date
You can expect the Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Howard University” to be released at select retailers and Nike.com on October 10th, 2024. The retail price is $140. Once we have more information, we will make sure to keep you in the loop. For now, check out more photos of the 2023 PE below.
The Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Howard University” is set to make a historic debut during the Holiday season of 2024, representing the first collaboration between an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) and Jordan Brand available to the public. This release brings to light the PE design crafted in 2023 and initially gifted to the women’s basketball team. Sneaker enthusiasts can anticipate a groundbreaking release that harmonizes style, heritage, and collegiate pride.
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Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Howard University”
Color: White/Gym Red-Midnight Navy-Neutral Grey-Sail-Muslin
Release Date: October 10, 2024
Style Code: HQ2993-100
Price: $140
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Frequently Asked Questions
The “Howard University” Air Jordan 1 Low OG will be released during the Holiday 2024 season. A release is scheduled for October 10, 2024.
While Jordan Brand has created various player exclusive Air Jordans for different HBCU schools, the “Howard University” Air Jordan 1 Low OG will be the first pair to have a retail release.
The retail price is $140.