The hijab, which features a Raptors claw on one side and a Nike Swoosh on the other, was 'inspired by those brave enough to change the game,' the team says
The Raptors unveiled the team-branded Nike Pro Hijab on social media Friday.The hijab, which features a Raptors claw on one side and a Nike Swoosh on the other, was"inspired by those brave enough to change the game," the team said on Twitter.Inspired by those brave enough to change the game.— Toronto Raptors September 13, 2019 The tweet included a video of Muslim women playing basketball.
They also thanked the Raptors for recognizing the role Muslim women play in"changing the culture around sport" in the city.Amreen Kadwa, founder and executive director of Hijabi Ballers, said the Raptors were accommodating and respectful of the club and what they needed to bring to the hijab to market."It's one thing to do a launch.
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