words & image // Zack Schlemmer
In this awesome commercial from Nike, Damon Stoudamire A.K.A. "Mighty Mouse" teams up with the real Mighty Mouse for the iconic Zoom Flight 95. Mighty Mouse was a cartoon series from the 1940's and 50's that became a classic throughout the years as it was replayed in syndication. Mighty Mouse was basically a version of Superman, but as a tiny little mouse. Just like Mighty Mouse, Damon Stoudemire proved that one of small stature could do big things while leading the Toronto Raptors at the height of 5 feet 10 inches. Damon earned Rookie of the Year honors in 1996 and was the face of the Raptors' franchise until being traded to Portland in 1998 where he continued his successful career (as an infamous Jailblazer).
Because of his nickname and tattoo (which came first, the tattoo or the nickname?) Damon and Mighty Mouse paired together for a commercial was a no brainer. Watch as the two save the day in the the Zoom Flight 95.
