BIA

  • Prize
    Winner in Sportswear Design / Racket Sports
  • University
    University of Oregon
  • Lead Designer
    Sara Valeri
  • Design Status
    Concept

Description
Introducing BIA Padel Footwear: Crafted for the fastest-growing global sport with 25 million enthusiasts. Designed to reduce strain with superior comfort, grip, and cushioning. It features an outsole tailored for Padel courts with artificial grass and sand surfaces. BIA was designed to support the player in the short steps, lateral movements, fast speed, and constant pivots characteristic of the game of Padel. Elevate your game with the innovative lockdown traction system for ultimate control and confidence. Choose BIA, the Padel player's essential footwear.

Bio
Sara Valeri, born in Merida, Venezuela, immigrated to the US to pursue a BFA in Industrial Design at SCAD, igniting her passion for footwear design. After graduating in 2021, she joined a Pensole x New Balance masterclass, solidifying her interest in sports performance design. This resulted in her enrolling in a Master's in Sports Product Design at the University of Oregon; she interned at Under Armour, focusing on innovative modular cleats. As she nears graduation, Sara aims to revolutionize the sports industry, catering to diverse athlete needs and driving change through design.



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