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Jamaica Patrick Ewing established himself as a dominant force in collegiate and professional basketball, transitioning from a celebrated player to an NBA ambassador and coach.
Patrick Ewing decided in 2012 to relaunch his own brand, "Ewing Athletics", together with avid sneaker collector Dave Goldberg. The brand focuses on creating authentically original sneakers and apparel, often collaborating with artists and New York-inspired themes.
Patrick Ewing's first sneaker endorsement was with Adidas in 1986 during his early years with the Knicks. He later decided to launch his own brand, Ewing Athletics.
In 1988, Patrick Ewing secured a shoe deal with Phoenix Integrated, a company founded by Robert Muller, who also founded Pony shoes, to create his first signature sneaker line.
Ewing Athletics partnered with reggaeton icon Yandel to debut a new SL33 Low design, marking a new chapter for the brand.
Ewing Athletics collaborated with Waylon Shop to release Waylon Jennings 33 HI sneakers, integrating elements inspired by the artist into Ewing's shoe line.
Ewing appeared in a 2009 commercial for Snickers, which humorously suggested that eating the candy bar might lead to unusual basketball scenarios like being 'dunked on by Patrick Chewing.'
Patrick Ewing, born on August 5, 1962, in Kingston, Jamaica, developed into a towering figure in basketball. He moved to the United States at age 11 and quickly excelled in the sport. During his collegiate career at Georgetown University, he led the Hoyas to three NCAA Final Four appearances and secured the 1984 NCAA national championship, earning the Final Four Most Outstanding Player award in the same year. Ewing’s defensive skill, rebounding, shot-blocking, and distinct offensive moves, including a baseline jumper, defined his play. His performance led to his selection as the first overall pick in the 1985 NBA draft by the New York Knicks.
Ewing’s 15 seasons with the New York Knicks were marked by consistent high-level performance. He earned 11 NBA All-Star selections, was named to the All-NBA First Team once, and the All-NBA Second Team six times. He led the Knicks to two NBA Finals appearances in 1994 and 1999, though the team did not secure a championship during his tenure. He also earned two Olympic gold medals, representing the United States in 1984 and 1992, as a member of the “Dream Team.” His extensive career statistics include over 24,000 points and 11,000 rebounds, solidifying his reputation as one of basketball’s most impactful centers.
Following his playing career, which concluded with stints at the Seattle SuperSonics and Orlando Magic, Ewing transitioned into coaching. He served as an assistant coach for various NBA teams, including the Washington Wizards, Houston Rockets, and Orlando Magic. In 2017, he became the head coach for his alma mater, Georgetown University, leading the Hoyas to a Big East Conference tournament championship in 2021. In October 2024, Ewing rejoined the New York Knicks as a basketball ambassador, continuing his long-standing association with the sport.
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