Lots of times, the shoes can be what makes the athlete.
A plethora of notable celebrities were on hand in New York City for the Foot Locker On Our Feet gala, including the Phoenix Mercury’s very own Diana Taurasi.
DT3 spoke with Footwear News at the event, and she shared what are her three favorite pairs of sneakers ever.
Nike Uptempo. [Nike] Air Force 1s in all white, and [Nike] LeBron 10s – the best basketball shoe ever made. But the [LeBron] 15s are a close second. I think with that he finally made a shoe that encompasses comfort and light weight like no other.
–Diana Taurasi
She also ran into other noteworthy figures – including New York-based businessman Brandon Steiner.
Today I met my favorite player, the 🐐, @DianaTaurasi! If you haven’t gotten to watch her play, buy your tickets now!
We both agreed on many things. One thing for sure is that @WNBA basketball has amazing upside! pic.twitter.com/0DY4SEOXvO
— Brandon Steiner (@BrandonSteiner) October 24, 2018
The Steiner name became known to WNBA fans this past season. He attended the Liberty’s home opener at the Westchester County Center and was once rumored as a suitor to purchase the team from James Dolan and MSG.
The 🐐 @DianaTaurasi striking a pose in the Acronym x Air Presto Mid 'Racer Pink' with the legendary @BrandonSteiner last night at the @footlocker On Our Feet Gala 🔥🔥🔥 #WNBAKicks pic.twitter.com/79Wy7ErInr
— WNBAKicks (@WNBAKicks) October 24, 2018
@DianaTaurasi great meeting you and your sister last night. She is wonderful! Loved your kicks! 😉💪 @footlocker #OnOurFeet Gala
— AnitaMarks (@AnitaMarks) October 24, 2018
Also among the notables on hand to raise money for the Foot Locker Foundation and celebrate all things kicks were Brandon Nimmo of the New York Mets and Yankees great Bernie Williams. La La Anthony was also on hand.
