Arike Ogunbowale: Nigerian-born WNBA star details Nike G.T. Cut 2 customs

Fans of Ogunbowale and the WNBA have a unique opportunity to purchase a pair of sneakers that honor one of the finest players in the league and highlight her style and flare.

Arike Ogunbowale: Nigerian-born WNBA star details Nike G.T. Cut 2 customs

Tosin Abayomi 21:30 - 08.07.2023

See what Nigerian born WNBA star Arike Ogunbowale has to say about her Nike G.T. Cut 2 customs.

Arike Ogunbowale, an American professional basketball player of Nigerian ancestry known for her magnetic charm and extraordinary talent, has been memorialized by Nike with a pair of sneakers. 

Information regarding the Arike Ogunbowale partnership is revealed for the Nike Air Zoom GT Cut 2, Nike Basketball's newest performance basketball sneaker. 

Fans of Ogunbowale and the WNBA have a unique opportunity to purchase a pair of sneakers that honor one of the finest players in the league and highlight her style and flare.

Arike Ogunbowale preparing for the Dallas Wings season on the horizon used the Burna Boy concert to connect to her Nigerian roots
Arike Ogunbowale preparing for the Dallas Wings season on the horizon used the Burna Boy concert to connect to her Nigerian roots

The Nike Air Zoom GT Cut 2 is one of Nike Basketball's most recent releases, and it is among the industry's most revolutionary and inventive performance footwear.

It is made for players who rely on quickness, agility, and creativity on the court.

Arike Ogunbowale on Nike G.T. Cut 2 customs 

In a statement by Nike, Ogunbowale who was recently named WNBA Player of the Month spoke about her new customs.

She said, "With the way I play, I cut a lot. Side to side, front and back. 

"So, I feel like this shoe is comfortable for me to take a quick step if I have to change directions.” 

A statement from Nike about the new Ogunbowale's customs said, "From step-backs to side-steps, Arike Ogunbowale’s Nike G.T. 

"Cut 2 has the max traction she needs to be a bucket all game long. Learn more about how the G.T. Cut 2 ‘Arike Ogunbowale,’ helps her be greater than the competition.

"Defenders beware. Those step-backs just got a lot colder.

"Introducing the Nike G.T. Cut 2 ‘Arike Ogunbowale,’ a PE inspired by Arike’s favorite colors and Milwaukee roots. 

Arike's name is etched on the heel, Dallas' skyline is debossed into the leather, and her phone number is embossed on the heel tab.
Arike's name is etched on the heel, Dallas' skyline is debossed into the leather, and her phone number is embossed on the heel tab.

"Created to be the pinnacle of Nike Basketball technology, the G.T. Cut 2 ‘Arike Ogunbowale’ provides the max traction necessary for Arike to stop on a dime, change direction, and get buckets with ease, so she can be greater than the competition."

Arike's name is etched on the heel, Dallas' skyline is debossed into the leather, and her phone number is embossed on the heel tab. 

The sneaker will cost $170 and be available in men's sizes.

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