Born November 30th, 1962 Vincent Edward “Bo” Jackson is the only pro athlete in history to be named All-Star in two different American sports leagues, thus making him one of the greatest athletes in history.
Jackson attended Auburn University from 1982 until 1986, winning the Walter Camp Award, SEC Player of the Year and Heisman Trophy.
Kansas City Royals
It was in September of 1986 that Jackson made his MLB debut for the Kansas City Royals, playing until 1990. His statistics included a .250 batting average, 141 home runs and 415 RBI.
Los Angles Raiders
Jackson signed to the Los Angles Raiders in 1987. With an exclusive 5 year $7.4 million contract, the first and only of its kind, Jackson would be able to play the entire MLB season with the Royals and then report to the Raiders once the season was over, even if it meant missing NFL games.
“BO Knows”
The famous Bo Jackson/Nike campaign that ran from 1989 to 1990 promoting Nike cross training sneakers. Most notable the Nike Air Trainer.
The Nike Air Trainer SC High “Bo Jackson” 2017
The versatile Nike Air Trainer SC High originally released in 1990 for two-sport superstar Bo Jackson.
The cross trainer returned in this OG-inspired colorway in April 2017, featuring a blend of colors meant to pay homage to Jackson’s alma mater, the University of Auburn.
A perforated white leather upper is supported by an encapsulated Air sole unit in the heel and a rubber outsole treated to a modified waffle pattern.
Originally released 04/14/2017 for a retail price of $130 USD. The Air Trainer SC High “Bo Jackson” 2017 is now available via GOAT and select retailers.
