The Sweet Science: The Dame 8
Championship Ring Tenacity: The adidas Dame 8 "Dash Grey / Clear Mint" Experience explosive lateral propulsion and elite, high-velocity court responsiveness engineered to close out critical fourth-quarter possessions. The GY0379 channels Damian Lillard’s renowned work ethic and relentless boxing training regimen, translating sweet-science conditioning into a high-performance hardwood weapon. Built on a clean, tactical "Dash Grey" and "Grey One" layered textile foundation and electrified by vibrant "Clear Mint" accents, this shoe delivers an icy, razor-sharp visual story engineered for decisive, game-winning clutch moments.
Benefits: Engineered for explosive point guards, dynamic wings, and aggressive slashers, this performance silhouette introduces a dual-density Bounce Pro midsole that strikes an optimal balance between soft impact protection and firm, spring-loaded energy return. The dual-foam architecture ensures a stable, responsive takeoff when attacking the rim while buffering joints during hard landings. Wrapped in a breathable, multi-zoned textile upper with integrated midfoot containment webbing, it keeps the foot locked over the footbed to prevent internal slippage during sharp crossovers and step-backs, all anchored by a multidirectional rubber outsole tuned for instant stop-and-pop traction.
Key Features:
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Dual-Density Bounce Pro Midsole: Specialized zoned foam engineering delivering plush impact absorption in high-load areas paired with stiff, spring-loaded rebound for explosive first steps.
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Multi-Directional Wave Traction Outsole: Durable full-rubber tread mapped with variable herringbone and wave grooves to generate supreme bite on indoor hardwoods and outdoor courts.
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Breathable Engineered Textile Upper: Lightweight, high-tenacity woven fabric designed to promote active ventilation, reduce hot spots, and shed unnecessary weight.
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Adaptive Midfoot Lockout System: Reinforced eyestay and internal tape framework engineered to cinch tightly around the arch and eliminate lateral roll during hard cuts.
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Signature Dame x Boxing Detailing: Thematic design accents and bespoke Dame insignias honoring Lillard's ring-ready preparation and clutch "Dame Time" reputation.
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Sustainable Upper Components: Built with circularity in mind, incorporating at least 50% recycled content across 25% of the upper components to help reduce plastic waste.
Product Details:
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Product Name: adidas Dame 8
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Signature Athlete: Damian Lillard
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Category: Performance Basketball Footwear
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Colourway: Dash Grey / Grey One / Clear Mint
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Style Code: GY0379
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Upper: Multi-Layer Textile Upper with Recycled Content
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Lining: Breathable Textile Interior Lining
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Midsole: Dual-Density Bounce Pro Cushioning
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Outsole: High-Traction Multi-Directional Rubber
Buyer Guidance & Fit Profile:
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Who This Product Is Best Suited For: Ideal for competitive basketball players, fast-breaking guards, and agile hoopers requiring superior court feel, stiff lateral support, and responsive forefoot push-off. Transitions effortlessly from intense team practices to weekend pickup runs and street-lifestyle outfitting with fleece joggers or basketball shorts. Not intended for long-distance road running, technical cross-country trails, or wet-weather outdoor hiking where deep lugged soles and waterproof membranes are necessary.
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Fit & Sizing Determination: Fits True to Size (TTS) for players with standard to slightly wide feet, providing a comfortably wide base with generous forefoot volume and zero lateral toe-pinching. Narrow-footed athletes who prefer an ultra-snug, glove-like lockdown for high-speed containment should consider sizing half a size down or pairing the shoe with thick, cushioned performance basketball socks.
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Recommended Conditions & Activities: Optimised for indoor hardwood courts, clean outdoor asphalt surfaces, intense shooting drills, lateral agility workouts, and athletic casual wear. Care Recommendation: Clear loose dust from the rubber outsole after indoor play using a damp cloth to maintain peak court bite; spot clean the textile upper with lukewarm water and a gentle sneaker cleaning solution; remove internal insoles to air dry naturally after heavy training sessions; strictly avoid machine washing and direct heat drying to preserve Bounce Pro foam density and prevent structural glue separation.
