Bring true Mamba Mentality with the Nike Kobe 8 Older Kids GS in University RedWhite, dedicated to Kobe and featuring Breathable highperformance mesh with responsive midsole foams. The Nike Kobe 8 Older Kids GS brings some seriously hardworking inspiration to the court in this kidtuned edition. Designed for the only player to have two retired jerseys as a result of his relentless pursuit of the game, bold details commemorate Kobe Bryant on the breathable engineered mesh upper, adding cool style and soft, wrapped comfort.Underfoot you39ll find Nike39s superresponsive foam technology, delivering energy return to drive you up and down the court like the Black Mamba himself. A familiar herringbone pattern sits at the forefoot and heel, working with the pivot circle and providing carefully placed grip that engages when you move and cut. Kobe changed the basketball shoe game forever when he introduced the Kobe 4, a lowtop featherweight masterpiece that focused on speed and incredible court feel. The 8 takes the best of the best from the Kobe 4, 5, 6 and 7 lowtops and combines them into what some consider his crown jewelWhen the Kobe 8 was originally released in December 2012, we used engineered mesh in the minimalist basketball shoe, which was a 1st in company history. The engineered mesh in the upper is soft and pliable, wrapping around your foot and conforming to its shapeHerringbone traction on the forefoot and side of the heel gives you that sharp, squeaky grip you can hear when making hard moves and cuts. Its located where your foot is normally planted, giving you a secure grip. The diamondshaped tread running along the outsole looks a lot like a Mamba snake39s headThe dropin thick, fulllength foam in the midsole helps absorb impact so you can enjoy every step of the game.Hard plastic in the heel offers a secure fit, ensuring no slippage inside the shoeFauxshank gives the look of the adult Kobe shoe with the flexibility your feet needTongue is padded in the center, so you tighten your laces as much as possible without feeling pinched or constrainedClassic laces The Nike Kobe 8 University Red (GS) is a grade-school version of a highly engineered trainer. It's a clean-looking shoe made for comfort and support. One of the highlights of this line is its durability and ability to withstand all the rough and tumble kids put them through.These Nike sneakers have a solid Fire Truck Red colorway, with a white Swoosh and sole. The upper mesh material is designed to mold to the foot. The inner sole contains Nike React foam for soft cushioning. The high-grip sole uses the traditional herringbone pattern, which helps prevent slipping while running around.We really love the vibrance and simplicity of these sneakers. The advanced tech and supportive construction are big plus points in a grade school-size shoe. Kobe's signature on the heel gives it a collectible edge, too. The Nike Kobe 8 University Red (GS) was released on September 6, 2024, for $120.