
Nike is commemorating Kobe Bryant’s legacy and the “Mamba Mentality” in 2025 with the "Have a hard Year" campaign. This initiative, accessible through the Nike app, encourages athletes to embrace a challenging and uncomfortable path, mirroring Bryant’s relentless pursuit of excellence. The campaign includes new Kobe-inspired footwear and apparel, including the “Year of the Mamba” collection and the “Details Collection”, along with weekly workouts within the Nike app.








Title Design+Layout System for the
CAMPAIGN, commemorating
Kobe Bryan, accessible through the
Nike app.
CREATIVE DIRECTION ‡ Michael Spoljaric (NIKE)
GRAPHIC DESIGN & TYPOGRAPHY ‡ with and for David Benski
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Nike is commemorating Kobe Bryant’s legacy and the “Mamba Mentality” in 2025 with "Have a Hard Year" campaign. This initiative, accessible through the Nike app, encourages athletes to embrace a challenging and uncomfortable path, mirroring Bryant’s relentless pursuit of excellence. The campaign includes new Kobe-inspired footwear and apparel, including the “Year of the Mamba” collection and the “Details Collection”, along with weekly workouts within the Nike app.






