In the spring of 1972, Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman presented the first Nike shoes with the legendary swoosh logo - light, high quality running shoes. Over the past decades, Nike has become a world leader in professional sportswear, running shoes and accessories. Nike is not only a brand, its represents a lifestyle that millions of athletes around the world have adopted. From a small American shoe retailer, Nike has become a professional global sportswear company with unique innovations around the world. As a leading sportswear brand, Nike inspires every athlete to reach their potential.