Athlete-Approved: See Why These Pro Players Can't Get Enough of This College Student's Custom Kicks!

Meet the college student behind the hottest sneaker designs for pro athletes! From a simple hobby in her parents' garage to a flourishing business, Kenna Rettew has created custom kicks for Olympians Simone Biles and MyKayla Skinner, NFL lineman Bradley Bozeman, MLB’s Ketel Marte and many more. Aside from her passion for creating, Kenna also has a heart for making a difference in the world. Through her business, Kicks by Kenna, she partners with various causes like the NFL's My Cause, My Cleats initiative. Kenna hopes to one day open her own studio and mentor artists pushing boundaries in design. Get a behind-the-scenes look at Kenna’s process and learn how you can customize your own sneakers. And stick around until the end for a surprising sneaker reveal that will surely leave you amazed! Want to rock your own custom kicks? Reach out to Kenna on Instagram @kicks_by_kenna IN THIS EPISODE00:00 Introduction02:15: MLB All Star kicks03:15: Kenna’s origin story04:00: When the pro athletes came knocking04:53: Lessons for entrepreneurs05:30: Bradley Bozeman kicks06:22: Getting in the door of pro sports06:50: Kenna’s creative process08:15: Post-college plans10:40: A family business11:25: Advice for young entrepreneurs12:05: Design inspirations13:50: Surprise sneaker reveal!16:00: How to create custom sneakersSUBSCRIBE 📌 @GAMEDAYwithShay for more inspiring conversations with women shaping sports and design from the inside ABOUT GAMEDAY WITH SHAY As female sports fans, we often find ourselves on the sidelines of the conversation, left out of the locker room banter and overlooked in the stands. But that's all about to change with "GAMEDAY with Shay," a groundbreaking show that puts women's stories at the forefront. Join us as we dive into the intersection of sports, design, and culture, guided by the expertise of HGTV interior designer and sports lifestyle journalist, Shay Holland. Whether you're designing a home from scratch, planning a watch party, or just want a glimpse into the lives of some of the most fascinating women in arts and athletics, this is your space. Pull up a chair. Let’s create together.ABOUT SHAY HOLLAND Shay’s unique experience as an HGTV personality and sports lifestyle journalist provides authentic insider access into the world of professional sports—from NFL suites and athletes' homes, to exclusive VIP spaces and experiences. Shay brings the expertise to break down why these spaces work and how you can bring that elevated aesthetic into your own home. Shay is frequently featured in Forbes, Real Simple, Yahoo, and more. GET IN THE GAME Tune in on YouTube, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts Instagram + TikTok: @GAMEDAYwithShay FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES We'd love to hear from you! Get in touch at www.gamedaywithshay.com #nflstyle #GameDayReady #gamedaywithshay #newpodcast #podcastinterview #hgtvdesigners #femalesportspodcast #sportspodcastforwomen #customkicks #athleteapproved #handpainted #sneakerheads #customsneakers #howtopaintshoes #customizingshoes #simonebiles #bradleybozeman #mykaylaskinner #athletestyle