Tony Gwynn Red Nike Air Shoes (Pair A)
Red Nike Air shoes worn during Tony Gwynn’s time as head coach at San Diego State, reflecting his continued legacy beyond the Major Leagues.
Description
This pair of red Nike turf shoes comes from Tony Gwynn’s personal collection and dates to his coaching tenure at San Diego State University. With SDSU’s school colors being red, black, and gold, these bold red shoes match the team’s aesthetic and were likely worn during practice sessions or games as Gwynn led the Aztecs with the same dedication and attention to detail that defined his Hall of Fame playing career.
Unlike cleats designed for active play, these are turf shoes—featuring a rubber sole ideal for artificial surfaces. That design aligns with common footwear choices for coaches rather than players, further supporting their link to Gwynn’s coaching years rather than his time with the Padres.
A unique artifact from Gwynn’s post-playing chapter, these shoes serve as a tribute to his commitment to mentoring young athletes and giving back to the game. His presence in the dugout remained impactful, and these shoes are a tangible reminder of his enduring influence on the sport.
Size 11
Disclaimer: This listing is for Pair A. It is one of two identical sneakers from the same source. To distinguish between them, we have labeled the shoes as Pair A and Pair B, each offered in a separate listing. Both pairs carry identical authentication and provenance.
Condition may vary slightly from photos, with unique marks that highlight the shoes’ authenticity as career artifacts.
This item features a silver OVD, verifying its authenticity through the Tony Gwynn Estate. A TRuEST™ authenticator was not on-site to witness their use, which is why this item does not carry our gold-level witness-based authentication OVD.
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