On a bustling day in Boston, Reebok and Panini America joined forces to introduce a captivating collection paying homage to one of football’s greatest legends, Emmitt Smith. This collaboration is no ordinary pairing; it fuses the artistry of customized sneakers with the nostalgic charm of sports trading cards. This dynamic duo is famed for unleashing the revered “Prizm” brand into the collector’s space. The launch introduces remastered editions of the classic “Preseason ’94” alongside Smith’s iconic “ES22,” supplemented by a trendy “Preseason” apparel line ranging between $40 and $80.
The Reebok and Emmitt Smith saga commenced in 1993 when Smith’s endorsement of the “Preseason” line set the stage for a legendary partnership. In 1996, the ES22 was born, a signature model designed to mirror Smith’s exceptional athleticism. Fast forward to 2009, Emmitt Smith’s alliance expanded to include Panini America, aligning perfectly with the debut of the renowned “Prizm” sports card series in 2012, renowned for their reflective opti-chrome finish and coveted inserts.
The collection presents three distinct sneaker styles drawing inspiration from the beloved Prizm card series:
1. Preseason ’94 Low “Purple Prizm”: Priced at $120, this iteration combines a purple, white, and black color palette with a leather upper and Prizm-themed accents.
2. Preseason ’94 “Gold Prizm”: Adorned in a dazzling gold scheme, this model, priced at $140, boasts exclusive enhancements mirroring Panini’s esteemed Gold Prizm cards.
3. ES22 “Color Blast”: Valued at $200, this patent leather variant in white exudes vibrancy with a colorful midsole and Prizm embellishments, taking cues from Panini’s sought-after “Color Blast” cards.
Moreover, each acquisition of the “ES22 Color Blast” model will be packaged with a specially crafted Emmitt Smith trading card by the collaborative efforts of Panini and Reebok. These limited cards will showcase intricate designs capturing memorable moments from Smith’s illustrious career, accompanied by an array of rare card parallels.
The roll-out of the distinctive “Reebok x Panini Prizm Preseason” assortment, marrying sports legacy with contemporary collectibles, will be globally accessible starting June 14, 2024, via Reebok.com and select retailers worldwide. This anticipated launch follows the resounding success of their previous collaboration featuring basketball luminary Allen Iverson in 2022.
In the realm of exclusive trading cards, the Emmitt Smith lineup is segmented into various categories:
Base:
– Tiger Stripe Blue
– Camo
– Royal Blue Reebok Shimmer /249
– Blue Reebok Shimmer /199
– Silver Reebok Shimmer /149
– Cardinal Reebok Shimmer /122
– Yellow Reebok Shimmer /99
– Blue and Silver Checker /75
– Red White Blue /50
– Nebula /25
– Black Gold /15
– Gold /10
– Gold Vinyl /1
Inserts:
– Color Blast
– Reebok Silver
– Manga
– Brilliance Tiger Stripe Blue
– Brilliance Camo
– Brilliance Royal Blue Reebok Shimmer /249
– Brilliance Blue Reebok Shimmer /199
– Brilliance Silver Reebok Shimmer /149
– Brilliance Cardinal Reebok Shimmer /122
– Brilliance Yellow Reebok Shimmer /99
– Brilliance Blue and Silver Checker /75
– Brilliance Red White Blue /50
– Brilliance Nebula /25
– Brilliance Black Gold /15
– Brilliance Gold /10
– Brilliance Gold Vinyl
Special Promos:
– Base White Sparkle
– Brilliance White Sparkle
Embrace the fusion of sports greatness and collectible artistry with this exclusive Emmitt Smith collection, a testament to the enduring legacy of a football icon.
