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Foot Locker is bringing John Collins’ brand “The Baptist” to local Atlanta Foot Locker stores and Footlocker.com through its Homegrown platform which connects communities and showcases designers across the nation. Available products include t-shirts, sweatpants and sweatshirts.

For Collins, having “The Baptist” in Foot Locker stores is a surreal feeling. “It’s iconic, it brings awareness to the brand. Foot Locker gives The Baptist Line 100% credibility,” Collins said. “As a kid growing up, I always went to Foot Locker for the latest gear. Now I can see my line next to Adidas, Nike and Jordan. It’s unbelievable.”

A few additional quotes from John can be found below:

“The Fans. As a rookie in Summer League, I had a few incredible dunks and when I watched the highlights later on that evening I heard one of the fans call me ‘John The Baptist.’ I liked it and I grew to love it. I believe dunking is a large part of my game and now I have the perfect name to represent my dunks.”

“Have fun with and style it with their favorite sports apparel. Just represent The Baptist the best way they know how.”

“The collection is clean but powerful. Off the court I live a clean and healthy life but I continue to make a powerful impact on peoples lives weather its through donations or just giving back. Its also a way my fans can connect with me through fashion”

“Proud to know that they are representing a person who truly loves the game and gives everything to his craft.”

“The Baptist” products are available in Atlanta Foot Locker stores starting January 4 and consumers who purchase $50 worth of “The Baptist” product will receive a signed poster of John Collins.