Sports Media Report
The world-famous, Harlem Globetrotters™ and footwear retailer, Shoe Palace announced today an exclusive collaboration tied to the Harlem Globetrotters 100th anniversary celebration. The Shoe Palace x Harlem Globetrotters collection will be available in over 200 retail locations across the country as well as online, and will include T-shirts, hoodies, jackets, shorts, and pants for consumers of every age.
“The Harlem Globetrotters’ brand sits at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and cultural impact. Our partnership with Shoe Palace is part of a larger strategy to expand our relevancy with new, and existing, audiences,” said Keith Dawkins, President, Harlem Globetrotters & Herschend Entertainment Studios. “Our strategic partnerships in the licensing and consumer products lane strengthens our ecosystem and increases touchpoints with consumers.”
“The Shoe Palace x Harlem Globetrotters collection celebrates the fun and pioneering spirit of one of the most enduring teams,” said Ralph Mersho, CEO, Shoe Palace. “It connects well to bring their story to fashion, and lifestyle in a really unique way.”
Shoe Palace pulled from 100 years of Harlem Globetrotters style, art and iconography to craft the unique collection. Some of the standout pieces include a fully embellished fleece set, a satin tricot button up, and a fully embellished varsity jacket. Harlem Globetrotters mesh shorts and vintage graphic tees will also be available.
The Harlem Globetrotters Centennial season launched in January and is continuing throughout the world, visiting over 200 domestic markets and another 125+ internationally. Fans can expect all-new surprises like the Golden Basketball by Spalding®, epic pre-game Magic Pass experiences, 100 Year limited edition merchandise and many other new innovations for the “Ambassadors of Basketball.” International markets such as France, United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Belgium, Netherlands, Mexico, and across Asia are just a few of the many locations the Harlem Globetrotters will be touring in winter of 2026 and running through the remainder of the year.
