3/10: Nike: From Blue Ribbon Sports to a Global Icon

What was the original name of the company that later became Nike, Inc.?

• Blue Ribbon Sports

• Tiger Shoes

• Victory Athletics

• Swoosh Sports

Who was the co-founder of Nike along with Phil Knight?

• Bill Bowerman

• Jeff Johnson

• Marion Frank Rudy

• Michael Jordan

What inspired the design of the 'Waffle Trainer' sole?

• A waffle iron

• A running track

• A car tire

• A basketball court

Which technology did Nike introduce in the Tailwind shoe?

• Air cushioning technology

• Gel cushioning technology

• Foam cushioning technology

• Spring cushioning technology

Which basketball superstar's endorsement helped Nike become a cultural phenomenon in the 1980s?

• Michael Jordan

• LeBron James

• Kobe Bryant

• Shaquille O'Neal