Overview

• Clark surprised both the Iowa Hawkeyes men’s and women’s basketball teams and Butler’s squad with pairs of her player-exclusive Kobe 5 Protro sneakers
• Locker room videos shared on social media capture players discovering the limited-edition shoes awaiting them
• Nike released the Kobe 5 Protro ‘Caitlin Clark’ colorway on June 30 and the launch sold out within minutes
• Clark signed an eight-year, $28 million endorsement deal with Nike in April 2024 that includes a forthcoming signature model
• Nike has not announced a release date for her official signature shoe, fueling anticipation among fans