The University of Kentucky Women’s Basketball team is tipping off the 2025–26 season in style, unveiling an exclusive Nike Kobe 5 PE dressed in the Wildcats’ signature colors. The reveal comes shortly after USC’s basketball team debuted their own Kobe 5 PEs, continuing Nike’s trend of equipping its top collegiate programs with player-exclusive Kobe models.
The Wildcats’ edition stays true to their roots with a crisp White base accented by striking Royal Blue overlays and detailing. The toe box, Swoosh, and outsole carry matching blue tones, while the tongue alternates between the classic Kobe logo and the UK insignia — a touch that ties the design directly to Lexington. The pair sits atop a Zoom Air midsole, ensuring performance stays at the same elite level as its looks.
While these will not see a retail release, the reveal highlights the growing presence of the Kobe line across NCAA basketball. Following similar unveilings at USC and Duke, it’s clear Nike continues to celebrate its deep-rooted connections with top programs through exclusive player editions that honor the legacy of the Black Mamba on and off the court.
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