Facts About Nike Shoes
What country did Nike first get their shoes from?
They imported shoes from China.
How much money did Nike start off with?
Nike started off with $1,200.
What was Nike originally called?
They were originally called" Blue Ribbon Sports".
How much money does Nike make each year?
They make around $50 billion each year.
About how many shoe designs does Nike make each year?
About 200 designs each year.
About how many square feet is the worlds biggest Nike store.
About 42,000 square feet
Who were the founders of Nike?
The founders of Nike are Bill Bowerman and Phil Night.
How many Emmy awards did Nike win for its commercials?
They won 11.
In what state was Nike founded in?
Nike was founded in Portland, Oregon.
What did Phil Knight want to call Nike?
He wanted to call Nike " Dimension 6".
Who created the Swoosh?
A student named Carolyn Davidson from Portland State University created the Swoosh.
Is Nike the most popular sports brand in the world?
Yes, Nike is official the most popular sports brand in the world.
How did Nike make their shoes have traction on a track?
They put them in a waffle iron.
Where is the worlds biggest Nike store?
The worlds biggest Nike store is on Oxford Street in London, England.
When was Nike founded?
Nike was founded on May 30,1971.
How much money did Nike pay to design The Swoosh?
It cost Nike $35 to design The Swoosh.
What is Nike's top rival brand?
Their top rival brand is Adidas.
About how many items of equipment does Nike sell each year?
About 900 million items.
Why was Nike started?
Nike was started because Bill Bowerman didn't like the design of track shoes, so he started making his own.
In what state was Nike founded in?
Nike was founded in Portland, Oregon.