The Nike Doernbecher Freestyle XIX Collection Gets a Restock
The Freestyle program continues to provide a platform for some of the most inspirational designs in the sneaker industry. A unique collaboration between Nike and the Doernbecher Children's Hospital in Portland, Oregon, the initiative began in 2004 as a way to raise funds for the hospital and to give young kids battling serious illness an opportunity to express their creativity by designing sneakers. The partnership has now raised more than $33 million for the hospital since its inception.
Nike have now several items from the latest Doernbecher Freestyle XIX collection, including the Mountain Fly 2 Low ‘Garrett’, ‘Macey’, ‘Chris’, and Nike ‘Sydney’.
Below, you will find further details on the designer and model. All of the proceeds from the shoes and apparel benefit the hospital.
Nike ACG Mountain Fly 2 Low by Garrett Amerson
Age: 12
Shoe: Nike ACG Mountain Fly 2 Low
Apparel 1: Windrunner
Equipment 1: Club Cap
One pound, seven ounces: that’s how much Garrett Amerson weighed when he was born 15 weeks early. Fourteen years later, that tiny, tenacious baby has grown into a thriving teen who loves science, plays chess, and collects historic hats. Garrett’s shoe is an ode to the Pacific Northwest, with trees, mountains, and a waterfall cascading down the tongue. He even added realistic mud splatters, so you never have to worry about getting it dirty.
Nike Dunk High by Macey Bodily
Age: 15
Shoe: Nike Dunk High
Apparel 1: Phoenix Fleece Hoodie
Equipment 1: Elemental Bag (Crossbody)
She believed she could, so she did. That phrase guides Macey Bodily in everything she does, so she made sure to give it a place of honour on her flower-powered shoe. As for the grey ribbon on the upper, that’s to represent her status as a brain cancer survivor. This determined young lady loves baking and has a sweet surprise for you – inside her shoe, you’ll find the recipe to her signature chocolate chip cookies.
Nike FlyEase Go by Christopher Musquiz Jr.
Age: 14
Shoe: Nike Go FlyEase
Apparel 1: Game Jersey
auctioned Nike Pro Cap
Chris Musquiz Jr. was riding his bike to school one morning when he was struck by a car and critically injured. While he lost his leg in the accident, Chris never lost his courage or positivity. His shoe reflects his love of Japanese culture and features a wave pattern akin to classic Japanese art, a kimono-inspired wrap design, and a cool graphic of Mt. Fuji on the tongue. Be sure to check out the inside, where you’ll find a friendly panda hanging out with Chris on the beach – his favourite animal and happy place.
Nike Cortez by Sydney Little
Age: 14
Shoe: Nike Cortez
Apparel 1: Boxy T-Shirt
Apparel 2: Phoenix Fleece Pant
Sydney Little is a talented artist and competitive swimmer who refuses to let the pain from her arthritis slow her down. Her design is a walking masterpiece filled with her hand-drawn artwork and features interchangeable patches so you can wear it your way on the heel. Resin dots on the heel mimics water droplets, along with glow-in-the-dark lines on the outsole that mirror pool reflection ripples. Sydney hopes her vibrant shoe will brighten your day and has a bit of advice for anyone facing a challenge: 'Keep swimming,' she smiled. 'You’ll get through it.'