Sole Opinions: Nike 2015 Black History Month Collection

February is designated as Black History Month or National African American History Month in the United States. During this annual celebration the achievements and endeavors of African Americans in United States history are recognized, remembered and honored. This past Monday on January 19th, 2015 we celebrated the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. one of the most recognized leaders of the Civil Rights Movement.

This year, Nike is celebrating Black History Month with a collection of footwear across basketball, running, soccer, skateboarding and football. Nike is honoring six athletes and coaches who have positively impacted sports with their courage and determination. The Black History Month Collection of BHM Collection will recognize Theotis Beasley, Kevin-Prince Boateng, Jerry Rice, Brianna Rollins, C. Vivian Stringer and John Thompson.

Nike will be donating a portion of proceeds from the sale of the 2015 BHM Collection to the Ever Higher Fund, which supports organizations that leverage the power of sports to maximize the potential of underserved youth. The fund’s mission is to assist communities with knowledge, resources and tools for the next generation of leaders.

Because the Nike BHM Collection includes so many different shoes, 13 pairs to be exact, we will be splitting up the collection into separate posts by release date. Below you will find the first launch of shoes that make up the 2015 Nike BHM Collection released on January 17th, 2015.

Air Jordan 1 Retro High BHM - $130, Jan. 17, 2015