2007 Supreme Spalding Each One Teach One Basketball

Supreme x Spalding "Each One Teach One" Basketball (2007)

Medium: Synthetic leather, Spalding materials
Dimensions: Regulation size 7 (29.5 inches in circumference)
Edition: Limited release

The 2007 Supreme x Spalding "Each One Teach One" Basketball stands as a landmark collaboration that fuses Supreme’s streetwear philosophy with Spalding’s enduring legacy as a pioneer in basketball equipment. This partnership reimagines the quintessential sports object as a symbol of cultural resonance and community values.

Crafted to meet professional standards, the basketball is regulation size and composed of high-quality synthetic leather, ensuring durability and performance on the court. Its bold black-and-white design features Supreme’s iconic box logo alongside the phrase “Each One Teach One”—a nod to the communal spirit and mentorship ethos often celebrated within basketball culture. This message elevates the basketball from a functional object to a vessel for storytelling, bridging the gap between sport, education, and art.

Released in limited quantities, this basketball quickly became a collector’s item, reflecting Supreme’s growing influence in redefining consumer culture and its ability to elevate everyday items into objects of desire. The partnership with Spalding, a brand synonymous with basketball's history, underscores Supreme’s talent for aligning itself with authentic, heritage-rich collaborators while embedding its disruptive design language.

The Supreme x Spalding "Each One Teach One" Basketball transcends its practical use, embodying the intersection of streetwear, sports, and social commentary. As a cultural artifact, it continues to resonate as a symbol of Supreme’s innovative approach to merging fashion with the values and aesthetics of subcultures.