Kelsey Plum UA Breakthru 5 “MHA”

There aren’t many things that unite sports fans, but the increasing discussion about the mental health of athletes is something we can all agree on.

Off the court, Kelsey Plum gives keynote speeches where she talks about her personal struggles and raises awareness, benefiting both the WNBA and a younger generation of aspiring basketball players. Now, she’s capitalizing on the excitement surrounding the WNBA playoffs and shining a light on her mission with a special sneaker in the name of mental health, now available at Under Armour.

The silhouette of choice here is the Breakthru 5, the same model Plum typically wears on the court and the theme of her special birthday-themed August player edition. The upper features contrasting shades of light blue and purple, while the midsole has a speckled finish. The shoe also features a heel tab made of purple and blue ribbon, which is a symbol of suicide prevention, and the text “What you water will grow” splits the heel, highlighting the importance of self-care.

Kelsey Plum’s Breakthru 5 is currently available in women’s sizing at Under Armour for $135. Purchase links can be found in our Where to Buy section below. Let’s stay with the company and check out De’Aaron Fox’s first Curry Brand shoe of his own.

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based in New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance shoes. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several media outlets and worked at one of the world’s leading performance marketing agencies. A native of Astoria, Queens, he is a huge New York City sports fan, especially when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.