Jonathan Frankel and Ed Rosenfeld step into leadership roles, while new scholarship honors Joe Preston.
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Month: January 2026
HOKA Gives the Ora Primo a Coffee-Inspired “Light Roast” Makeover
Name: HOKA Ora Primo “Light Roast”Colorway: Light RoasSKU: 1141570-LPHMSRP: ¥18,700 JPY (approx. $120 USD)Release Date: January 15Where to Buy: HOKAStepping into 2026, HOKA continues to expand its popular recovery lineup with the introduction of a “Light Roast” colorway for the Ora Primo. This new neutral-toned iteration offers a sophisticated, seasonal palette that blends performance recovery with lifestyle appeal.Designed for post-run relief, the Ora Primo features a soft knit collar and an insulated puff upper, providing exceptional comfort for fatigued feet. The convenient slip-on design ensures an easy “on-and-off” experience, while the “Light Roast” aesthetic utilizes a pale brown hue reminiscent of specialty coffee. This is contrasted by darker brown zig-zag elastic laces that add visual depth to the upper. The silhouette is grounded by a wave-like toe cap and a rugged sole, both finished in solid black. Completing the design, HOKA’s emblematic flying bird motif is placed subtly below the collar in a tonal brown hue.
Official Look at the adidas Anthony Edwards 2 “Thunder and Lightning”
Name: adidas Anthony Edwards 2 “Thunder and Lightning”Colorway: Core Black/YellowSKU: KK0173MSRP: $130 USDRelease Date: January 2026Where to Buy: adidasThe momentum behind Anthony Edwards’ second signature silhouette continues to surge with the official reveal of the adidas AE2 “Thunder and Lightning.” Embracing a philosophy of clarity over excess, this latest colorway strips away narrative-heavy themes in favor of a striking, high-contrast aesthetic. Dominating the mesh-based upper is a deep “stealth” black, providing a grounded foundation that allows the shoe’s architectural elements to take center stage.The visual energy is supplied by “electric yellow” accents that surge across the sculpted TPU support panels, outsole, and signature heel branding. This sharp juxtaposition against the black upper creates an immediate on-court presence, ensuring maximum visibility during explosive play without cluttering the silhouette’s performance-driven design. Compared to its predecessor, the AE2 introduces a more rigid structure through reinforced side panels and refined tooling, reflecting Edwards’ aggressive and powerful style of play.The “Thunder and Lightning” edition stands out for its versatility, fitting seamlessly into the broader AE2 lineup while maintaining its own distinct identity through color alone. Despite its reinforced, aggressive stance, the build remains impressively streamlined to keep weight at a minimum for elite athletes. Fans can expect this pair to drop in January 2026.