Nike Honors Coach Stringer
Jan 08 | Women's Basketball
PISCATAWAY, N.J. - Rutgers women's basketball head coach C. Vivian Stringer was among six coaches and athletes who served as inspiration behind Nike's Black History Month Collection for positively impacting sport with their courage and determination.
"Sport is an incredible platform to inspire and encourage positive social change," said Michael Jackson, Vice President and General Manager of Global Basketball, Nike Brand, in a press release announcing the collection. "Our 2015 Black History Month Collection honors and celebrates the athletes and leaders who have influenced global culture and have paved the way for our next generation."
Along with Stringer, Georgetown men's basketball coach John Thompson, NFL wide receiver Jerry Rice, track and field athlete Brianna Rollins, Ghana national soccer team member Kevin-Prince Boateng and California skateboarder Theotis Beasley were honored.
A portion of proceeds from the sale of the 2015 BHM Collection go to the Ever Higher Fund, which supports organizations that leverage the power of sport 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.
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