Breaking: Kate Grace signs with Nike

Donald here wrote:

research please wrote:

I'm not for or against her but it's clear you're not impartial Bro.

Google Kate Grace boyfriend (unless you're him) and read his FB post that pops up first and then look up sellout.

She sold out on that flock that supported her emotionally and financially for 5 years while she chased her dreams. BF didn't make it sound like Nike was knocking down her doors then. Nah they just swoop in to reap the benefits of the hard work Kate put in with Oiselle's help.

Hella creepy bro.

I agree, you are a creep.

No bigee. A Chinese shoe company from Column A, or a Chinese show company from column B makes no difference.

Would you all feel the same way if a woman dropped her 5 year marriage to upgrade to a richer husband? After all, she would just be upgrading and creating a better lifestyle for herself.

Yes she would have every right to do so but with that decision comes judgement from others.

Loyalty is loyalty. She should not of dropped Mr. Cox or Oiselle.

The people acting all high and mighty about her switching from Oiselle to Nike have got to be some of the dumbest people on the planet with the least understanding of how the sport actually works. It's not just about the money -- it's about everything else nike can offer her that an apparel company cant -- access to cutting edge equipment, training, coaching (though she will probably stay where she is), gear, new shoes and spikes. No reason to stay with a company that only makes shorts and shirts when nike comes calling.

There is also a level of sexism involved here. Doubtful that anyone would be putting Colby Alexander or Kyle Merber on blast for leaving Hoka to sign with Nike. Good for Kate for rising up to the next level. We should be celebrating that, not tearing her down for going out and getting what she's worth on the open market.

Ironic Irene wrote:

Would you all feel the same way if a woman dropped her 5 year marriage to upgrade to a richer husband? After all, she would just be upgrading and creating a better lifestyle for herself.

Yes she would have every right to do so but with that decision comes judgement from others.

Loyalty is loyalty. She should not of dropped Mr. Cox or Oiselle.

I don't think you understand how this works:

Her contract with Oiselle ran through December 31, 2016. When looking at new offers, Oiselle's paid less than Nike's. Why should she be criticized for doing what most any person would? She fulfilled the terms of her contract with Oiselle.

I don't think it's criticism - but again it isn't what all people would do. I'm sure Nike has offered more dollars to Jenny Simpson, Molly Huddle, Emma Coburn but they didn't jump ship.

Donald here wrote:

research please wrote:

I'm not for or against her but it's clear you're not impartial Bro.

Google Kate Grace boyfriend (unless you're him) and read his FB post that pops up first and then look up sellout.

She sold out on that flock that supported her emotionally and financially for 5 years while she chased her dreams. BF didn't make it sound like Nike was knocking down her doors then. Nah they just swoop in to reap the benefits of the hard work Kate put in with Oiselle's help.

Hella creepy bro.

Yes we know you're a Trump voter - if you have nothing intelligent to say try the personal attacks to distract from your lack of any argument.

no we all get it wrote:

I don't think it's criticism - but again it isn't what all people would do. I'm sure Nike has offered more dollars to Jenny Simpson, Molly Huddle, Emma Coburn but they didn't jump ship.

Why would you be sure of that?

Jeff Wigand wrote:

no we all get it wrote:

I don't think it's criticism - but again it isn't what all people would do. I'm sure Nike has offered more dollars to Jenny Simpson, Molly Huddle, Emma Coburn but they didn't jump ship.

Why would you be sure of that?

Because they can. 2015 Nike revenue $30 billion. New Balance $3.7 billion.

How would her equipment or training change if she is using the same facilities and coach. One would hope Oiselle was able to cover her spikes. And maybe not with athletes who haven't had much international success but guessing there would have been some of the same things said if Ryan Hall had left Asics after 2008. But it seems like gals like to have it both ways - earlier posts have commented on Nike wanting her because she is photogenic. I don't tend to hear that as a factor when signing males.

hmmmmm idk wrote:

Jeff Wigand wrote:

Why would you be sure of that?

Because they can. 2015 Nike revenue $30 billion. New Balance $3.7 billion.

Ha! You're a fool to think that Nike offered them a better deal than NB/Saucony and they turned it down. They are professional athletes. They are going to go for the best deal. Just like Kobe left Adidas for a better deal with Nike, these athletes will go for the highest bidder. This includes terms and value overtime ie Tom Brady equity deal with UA. Also, just because a company makes more money doesn't mean they will bid the highest. They make strategic decisions. Nike placed it's bets elsewhere for 2016, for mid-d women it was with Rowbury, the whole Bowerman crew etc.

I heard from an inside source that Oiselle will take Kate Grace's contract money and sign the Defeo kid from Delbarton, NJ. Expect announcement this Thursday or Friday...