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Kobe VIII Big Kids' Basketball Shoes - University Red/University Red/White

Kobe VIII

Big Kids' Basketball Shoes

$120
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This Kobe's made for you—a rising star ready to play. Faithfully recreated with the same unforgettable look, the Kobe 8 strips away the excess to near perfection for a shoe that looks as fast as it feels.


  • Shown: University Red/University Red/White
  • Style: FN0266-601

Kobe VIII

$120

This Kobe's made for you—a rising star ready to play. Faithfully recreated with the same unforgettable look, the Kobe 8 strips away the excess to near perfection for a shoe that looks as fast as it feels.

Game Changer

Kobe changed the basketball shoe game forever when he introduced the Kobe 4, a low-top featherweight masterpiece that focused on speed and incredible court feel. The 8 takes the best of the best from the Kobe 4, 5, 6 and 7 low-tops and combines them into what some consider his crown jewel.

Soft Upper

When the Kobe 8 was originally released in December 2012, we used engineered mesh in the minimalist basketball shoe, which was a 1st in company history. The engineered mesh in the upper is soft and pliable, wrapping around your foot and conforming to its shape.

Cut and Move

Herringbone traction on the forefoot and side of the heel gives you that sharp, squeaky grip you can hear when making hard moves and cuts. It’s located where your foot is normally planted, giving you a secure grip. The diamond-shaped tread running along the outsole looks a lot like a Mamba snake's head.

Absorb Impact

The drop-in thick, full-length foam in the midsole helps absorb impact so you can enjoy every step of the game.

More Benefits

  • Hard plastic in the heel offers a secure fit, ensuring no slippage inside the shoe.
  • Faux-shank gives the look of the adult Kobe shoe with the flexibility your feet need.
  • Tongue is padded in the center, so you tighten your laces as much as possible without feeling pinched or constrained.

Product Details

  • Classic laces
  • Shown: University Red/University Red/White
  • Style: FN0266-601

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Reviews (31)

4.8 Stars

  • Amazing quality

    Kobefan2016 - Apr 10, 2025

    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Bought these for my 8 year old son and he couldn’t be happier with them. He wears them to basketball practice and loves them.

    Product received for free, or reviewed as part of a sweepstakes/giveaway or in exchange for a discount.
    #teamnike

  • Love them

    Jessica5160 - Apr 05, 2025

    Got them for my daughter for basketball. She loves them. Comfortable and true to fit

  • Meh

    TinaK735119579 - Apr 14, 2025

    We’re huge Kobe fans and love the look of the shoes, but the shoelaces come untied all the time. My son wanted these for his shoes to play games in and they’re constantly coming untied even when adults tie them. Very irritating.

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