Speed Stick

DEFY THE DOUBT

Created a national brand campaign for Speed Stick featuring NFL and NBA draftees on their respective journey from college to the pros. #DefyTheDoubt is defined by a relentless spirit to overcome self-doubt in the moments that matter most.

NFL:
- Melvin Gordon
- Leonard Williams
- Quinten Rollins

NBA:
- Jahlil Okafor
- Frank Kaminsky

Video

2x :30 NFL Draft-themed spots featuring Melvin Gordon

Two-minute short film profiling Leonard William's Journey to the Draft

:30 spot voiced by Jahlil Okafor's father Chuck reflecting on his son's journey

Digital

NFL & NBA Draft Day Homepage Takeovers featuring live creative integration

Phase 1 / Day of NFL Draft featuring Melvin Gordon in "Draft Day" :30 spot

Phase 2 / Night of NFL Draft featuring Melvin Gordon in "Draft Night" :30 spot

Phase 1 / Day after NBA Draft with congratulatory message for Frank Kaminsky and Jahlil Okafor

Phase 2 / Click to expand reveals entire message

Print

4x full-page ads featured in ESPN The Magazine