The reason why this thread started is because Parker Valby isn't actually worth a lot of money and always injured. Her only media presence is primarily posts odd selfies with a puckering, duck face. She barely competes and door say lacks the drive needed to succeed. Her father may have pushed for a big sponsorship deal with New Balance, but in reality, they ( New Balance ) got a bad deal. The competitive scene among college women is evolving rapidly, leaving Parker in the dust due to her lack of serious training. Not to mention, Boston isn't the best fit for her training regimen. Personally, I believe New Balance overspent on her, wasting valuable resources. It's no surprise that Nike opted not to invest top dollar in her.