{"id":159530,"date":"2025-09-19T06:48:08","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T10:48:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/?p=159530"},"modified":"2025-09-19T06:48:08","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T10:48:08","slug":"angel-reese-makes-history-first-signature-sneaker","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/2025\/09\/19\/angel-reese-makes-history-first-signature-sneaker\/","title":{"rendered":"Angel Reese Makes History With First Signature Sneaker"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Chicago Sky forward <a  href=\"https:\/\/www.basketball-reference.com\/wnba\/players\/r\/reesean01w.html\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Angel Reese<\/a> has made history after officially releasing her first signature sneaker. The blossoming star teamed up with Reebok to launch the Angel Reese 1, which dropped three different colorways on Sept. 18. The release marked a major step for Reese, the brand, and women\u2019s basketball.<\/p>\n<p>Keep Reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/2025\/09\/12\/wnba-angel-reese-already-all-time-great-in-making\/\" target=\"_self\">Angel Reese Is Making Her Case As A WNBA All-Time Great<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Angel Reese Makes History With First Signature Sneaker<\/h2>\n<p>The three colorways that the Angel Reese 1 debuted in &#8211;named &#8220;Diamond Dust,&#8221; &#8220;Mebounds,&#8221; and &#8220;Receipts Ready&#8221; &#8211;each reflecting elements of Reese\u2019s personality and play.<\/p>\n<p>Reebok priced the sneakers at $120 in adult unisex sizes and designed them with performance and style in mind. They use Reebok\u2019s Energy Return System, a molded TPU upper for durability, and a stability cup in the heel to deliver balance, comfort, support, and flair both on and off the court. In addition, they draw inspiration from Reebok&#8217;s Mobius line, incorporating the footwear giant&#8217;s iconic Exoskeleton upper.<\/p>\n<p>\u201c\u2728 HAPPY LAUNCH DAY \u2728 Today I get to share a dream turned reality\u2014my very first shoe\ud83d\udc5f&#8230;&#8221;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-media-max-width=\"560\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">\u2728 HAPPY LAUNCH DAY \u2728<br \/>\nToday I get to share a dream turned reality\u2014my very first shoe\ud83d\udc5f<br \/>\nI can\u2019t even put into words how PROUD I am of this moment, how THANKFUL I am for the journey, and how GRATEFUL I am for every single person who has supported me along the way. 23 years old\u2026\u2026 <a  href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/O2gUgVH9do\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/O2gUgVH9do<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) <a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Reese10Angel\/status\/1968682722617970852?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">September 18, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Reese&#8217;s signature line first debuted at the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game. The 23-year-old showed off her marketing genius by unveiling multiple colorways ahead of their official launch.<\/p>\n<p>The \u201cMebounds\u201d colorway references her reputation as <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/2025\/09\/12\/wnba-angel-reese-already-all-time-great-in-making\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">one of the best rebounders<\/a> in the game. \u201cReceipts Ready\u201d ties back to her confidence and personality. \u201cDiamond Dust\u201d blends style with performance, appealing to both players and casual wearers. Upcoming colorways, including \u201cGiving Grace,\u201d are expected to release later in the year.<\/p>\n<h4>Reebok\u2019s Big Comeback in Women\u2019s Basketball<\/h4>\n<p>The launch of the Angel Reese 1 marks a return to the basketball sneaker market for Reebok, with a focus on the women\u2019s game. Reebok CEO Todd Krinsky considers Reese &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/athletic\/6422474\/2025\/06\/13\/reebok-angel-reese-basketball-revival\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">a provocative disruptor<\/a>&#8221; (per The Athletic&#8217;s Mike Vorkunov) and believes that the release is a significant milestone for the footwear company.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_137763\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-137763\" style=\"width: 2187px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-137763\" src=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/05\/USATSI_23890317_168402036_lowres.jpg\" alt=\"eam WNBA guard Caitlin Clark (22) and Angel Reese against the USA Women's National Team during the 2024 WNBA All Star Game at Footprint Center.\" width=\"2187\" height=\"1569\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/05\/USATSI_23890317_168402036_lowres.jpg 2187w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/05\/USATSI_23890317_168402036_lowres-300x215.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/05\/USATSI_23890317_168402036_lowres-1024x735.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/05\/USATSI_23890317_168402036_lowres-768x551.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/05\/USATSI_23890317_168402036_lowres-1536x1102.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/05\/USATSI_23890317_168402036_lowres-2048x1469.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2187px) 100vw, 2187px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-137763\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jul 20, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Team WNBA guard Caitlin Clark (22) and Angel Reese against the USA Women&#8217;s National Team during the 2024 WNBA All Star Game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>With that being said, Reebok&#8217;s decision to give Reese her own shoe line shows their commitment to elevating WNBA stars and appealing to a new generation of fans.<\/p>\n<h3>Angel Reese 1 Sells Out Within Minutes of Official Release<\/h3>\n<p>Fans were lined up for the Angel Reese 1\u2019s official release, with all three colorways selling out online within minutes. This has left many searching for restock information after the sneakers disappeared from online shelves.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"qme\"><a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/THANKYAAAAA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">#THANKYAAAAA<\/a> <a  href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/LhsjKinFN6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/t.co\/LhsjKinFN6<\/a> <a  href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/yevNphkzTX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/yevNphkzTX<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) <a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Reese10Angel\/status\/1968791776862359623?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">September 18, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>On the surface, Reese\u2019s entry into the sneaker world places her alongside a select group of WNBA players who have their own signature shoes. However, the success of her first launch suggests there\u2019s strong appetite for more women\u2019s basketball athletes to have similar opportunities. Ultimately, her sold-out debut marks a turning point for women\u2019s basketball and sneaker culture.<\/p>\n<p>Keeping that in mind, Reese doesn&#8217;t view this as just a signature shoe launch. This is also a reflection of her style, story, and stamp on the game.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a9 Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese has made history after officially releasing her first signature sneaker. The blossoming star teamed up with Reebok to launch the Angel Reese 1, which dropped three different colorways on Sept. 18. The release marked a major step for Reese, the brand, and women\u2019s basketball. 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