Mitchell & Ness

Hood Shoes, crafted by Mitchell & Ness, revives the legacy of the Hood Rubber Company, an early pioneer in the athletic footwear industry founded in 1896 in Watertown, Massachusetts. Hood Rubber introduced innovations like aluminum lasts in vulcanization, enhancing durability and shape retention, and made history with the first basketball sneaker in 1914 and the first women's model in 1924. Once the world’s largest rubber shoe manufacturer and the first global athletic footwear brand, Hood Shoes continues this legacy of innovation and quality, honoring its rich heritage with timeless designs.