Sam's LeBron 19 x Doernbecher Freestyle

Sam knows a thing or two about handling pressure. Bringing his "never back down" mentality to the LeBron 19, he transforms the iconic hoops shoe into a beacon of positivity. Born with spina bifida, the 14-year-old hoopster, whose goal is to play on the U.S. men's wheelchair basketball team, brings the bling with metallic gold panels, lightning bolts and his very own sporty wheelchair logo. With an eye for detail (he's an accomplished archer, too), Sam's design is filled with hidden messages of inspiration—just look inside the Air units. Lace up and never quit on your dreams.

Hoops Inspiration

From red and black (inspired by Sam's favorite hoops team) to the wheelchair logo to the performance cushioning with hidden messages inside, Sam transforms the iconic b-ball look into a symbol of positivity.

Ready to Play

When it's game time, Sam knows what to do: "Never Back Down!" which is written on the midsole. “If you set your mind to it, there’s no limit to what you can do,” he says.

Bold Court Style

Metallic gold panels (with Sam's name embossed), lightning-bolt detailing and transparent accents make this a look that will stop your opponent in their tracks.

Customize It

A collection of removable pins designed with Sam's insight let you mix up your look on or off the court. Wear 1, wear 2, wear them all.

More Benefits

• The retooled cushioning system combines a 360º visible Max Air unit with a thick, responsive Zoom Air unit under the forefoot.
• A full inner sleeve conforms to the foot for a snug, secure feel. The thin, transparent exterior layer is highly durable and lightweight to help reduce in-shoe movement.
• Inspired by LeBron's crown logo, a micro-engineered blade pattern on the rubber outsole adds multidirectional traction.
• Pods embedded in the tongue and collar provide lightweight cushioning around the ankle and over the top of the foot.
• Cushlon foam feels soft, stable and responsive.
• Flywire cables work with the laces to provide more support as you tighten them.
• LeBron's logo is visible through the bottom of the shoe.

Doernbecher Freestyle Program

The Doernbecher Freestyle program, a partnership between Nike and Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, allows a group of special patients who have triumphed over serious illnesses to design authentic Nike gear. As a national leader in medical research and education, Doernbecher has been helping heal children and families in the Oregon and Washington area since 1926.