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unusual facts about Nike Inc.



Big Hawk

In 2006, Hawk, along with Clint Dempsey of the U.S. National Soccer team recorded a song for Nike's "Joga Bonito" World Cup soccer promotion called "Don't Tread".

Gym shorts

The first time today's "baggy" or "bermuda" look was publicized was when Michael Jordan wore baggy shorts in the Nike commercial with Spike Lee in 1988.


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Uncle Phil

Phil Knight, founder of Nike, Inc., who is often called "Uncle Phil" by students at the University of Oregon, due to his contributions to the university's athletic department