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ASICS has unveiled its upcoming COURT FF™ 3, GEL-RESOLUTION™ 9 tennis shoes and apparel line, which the brand claimed as its “most innovative Tennis range ever” in a press release.Created in collaboration with the 21-time Grand Slam winner, Novak Djokovic, the COURT FF™ 3 shoes are fitted with three-piece outsoles – a first in the industry – to ensure comfort and flexibility for the wearer. “At this point in my career, it’s essential that the shoes I choose to wear give me confidence on court and suit my playing style. And that’s exactly what I get from ASICS. They understand me and are committed to improving even the smallest detail, which I value and respect. Nothing feels better than playing in ASICS,” said Novak Djokovic.Whereas, the GEL-RESOLUTION™ 9 model is developed to provide stability and support for the baseline player. It’s constructed with revamped DYNAWRAP™ and DYNAWALL™ technologies to improve lateral breaking time while keeping its wearer’s foot secured on the platform.As for the new tennis apparel range, the garments are designed with a focus on ease of movement and comfort. The pieces are integrated with patented ZERO DISTRACTION™ technology, complete with improved sizing and fit to boost the wearer’s on-court performance.Gary Raucher, Executive Vice President of ASICS EMEA states that “Through the ASICS Design Philosophy, we have developed our tennis range to focus on playing styles to improve performance while reducing stress on the body. So, whether you are an everyday athlete or an elite athlete like Novak Djokovic, you can feel confident that nothing feels better than playing in ASICS. “Preview a selection of the collection in the gallery above. The COURT FF™ 3, GEL-RESOLUTION™ 9, and the ASICS Tennis Apparel range will be available beginning January 1, 2023 via ASICS.Elsewhere in footwear, blue hues land on New Balance’s latest 550 pack.

For his latest project, Japanese imprint F/CE® works with heritage American brand Danner for an update on the signature Danner Light boots for maximum functionality. Embracing the seasonal theme “Less is More,” the upcoming pairs surface in minimalist “Black” and “Sage Green” colorways featuring GORE-TEX uppers that switch between smooth and gridded finishes.Speckled paracord laces wrap around the silhouette — secured using metallic hooks and tightened via pullcord closures. Additional design highlights include the F/CE. slogan “Functionality, Culture, Exploration” printed along the collar and co-branded tongue tabs. Below, thick, rugged Vibram sole units complete the design.The F/CE x Danner GORE-TEX boots will be available online for￥27,500 JPY (approximately $203 USD) beginning December 16. View this post on Instagram A post shared by F/CE.®︎ Official (@fce_tools)Elsewhere in footwear, Nike’s Air Max 95 joins the “N7” pack.

Jordan Brand is aptly spreading its wings with its scholar program, expanding to the Philippines. The Jordan Brand Wings Scholars Program makes its way to Ateneo de Manila University where six Filipino undergraduate students will receive full, four-year scholarships at the school. Each of the students will receive skills training, career guidance and mentorship. The Philippines is a key market for basketball culture and is the newest destination of the Wings program, which is already in North America, China and France. The Jordan Brand Wings Scholars Program helps to break down barriers for young people, providing them with additional tools to reach and redefine excellence on their own terms. Joining the global family in the Philippines, the program is partnering with NGO Bahay Tuluyan to identify high-performing and committed students, often the first generation in their families to go for higher education. The selection process began with over 400 students and a final group of Jordan Brand Wings scholars were selected due to their champion mindset and drive. The first group of Filipino scholars are scheduled to graduate in 2026. Since 2015, Jordan Brand Wings has granted more than 2,886 scholarships across the world.For more information check out the Jordan Brand’s mission online.In case you missed it, the Dime x Reebok Workout Plus has arrived in two classic colorways.