Paige Bueckers is adding another milestone to her illustrious collegiate career with the UConn Huskies with the release of her first Nike PE shoe.
Shown here is Bueckers’ PE version of the G.T. Hustle 3 arriving this Saturday. This release makes Bueckers the first NIL athlete to design and launch a player-edition sneaker.
Buecker’s G.T. Hustle 3 wears a predominantly blue color scheme paired with lavender accents, while the area codes for UConn and her hometown in Minnesota converge on the left tongue. On the heel of the left shoe is a message Buecker’s dad sends her before every game: "Be You, Be Great."
"There are so many details that make this shoe special to me," Bueckers said. "This is the perfect colorway for me: I love baby blue and lavender, and the Radial Knit makes me feel fly. My favorite detail is the message from my dad, and the tribute to both of my homes is so meaningful for my first Player Edition model."
Nike signed Bueckers to a name, image, and likeness (NIL) deal in September 2023, where she frequently wore the G.T.Hustle 2 on-court. Bueckers has signed several NIL deals during her time at UConn, including partnerships with StockX, Gatorade, and others.
The Paige Bueckers Nike G.T. Hustle 3 PE releases on Dec. 7 via SNKRS and at select retailers for $190. Grab a closer look at the sneaker below.
