FAIRFIELD, AL – Currently leading in SIAC West Division standings, the men's and women's basketball teams of Miles College are sporting new gear as they continue the 2023-24 season.
In a recent show of support, rising NBA superstar
Ja Morant extended his generosity beyond the professional courts, outfitting the Golden Bears in his signature Nike Ja 1 sneakers.
This collaboration was made possible through the efforts of Athletic Director and Head Men's Basketball Coach
Fred Watson and his longstanding friendship with Tee Morant, Ja's father. "I've known Tee for quite some time. That's my guy," said Watson, sharing an overview of events leading to the collaboration. Watson's quick call to Tee led to an arrangement with Morant's shoe representative, setting a precedent for the incredible gesture.
"A lot of times, the media doesn't show this side. This is a great young man doing uplifting work in the community," highlighted Watson. Morant's altruism is a timeless example of the positive impact sports figures can have on young athletes.
The Grizzlies point guard personally reached out to the receiving student-athletes, offering words of encouragement, support, and a few laughs. Closing his conversation with the Golden Bears, Morant stated, "Win one in my shoes."
In debuting their new gear on December 30, the Golden Bears men's basketball team did just that as they celebrated a
home-court victory, securing an 87-85 win over the Rust College Bearcats at Knox-Windham Gymnasium.
UP NEXT: GOLDEN BEARS HOST ALBANY STATE GOLDEN RAMS
Today, the Golden Bears look to celebrate home-court victories, hosting the Albany State Golden Rams at Knox-Windham Gymnasium.
PREVIOUS MATCHUPS: MILES @ ALBANY STATE | 01.02.23
Men: 62-59 (W) |
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Women: 41-49 (L) |
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WHERE TO WATCH
Black College Sports Network (BCSN)
Women’s Game: 5:30 PM (CT) | 6:30 PM (ET)
Men’s Game: 7:30 PM (CT) | 8:30 PM (ET)
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