for its Legacy program alumni.
The news was announced through a short film spotlighting the power of coaches in young athletes lives. Furthering adidasâ commitment to drive lasting change, the scholarships aim to help remove barriers for underrepresented Black and LatinX youth providing them with resources to progress in their education.
The adidas Legacy program is a basketball platform and long-term commitment to 27 high schools and 810 student athletes from underrepresented communities across New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. The program provides resources for training and education, opportunities to participate in community initiatives, and unique access to the brand. The program is equally split with both female and males, including 98% students of color.