http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx(From Dan Barbossa, TODAY Associate Producer) I remember growing up playing basketball and wearing converse all-stars, no joke!  They had zero ankle support and barely any sole on them, but hey if they were good enough for my hero at the time Pistolen-USCommunityServer 2.0 (Build: 60608.1)http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112788Thu, 05 Apr 2007 11:57:48 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112788Teena D'Annibale, Shippensburg, PADuring your piece on the NORMAL priced sneakers Matt asked, "What can a parent do when 4 kids all want $150 sneakers?" Well, I have four kids and we have enough money to buy $150 sneakers for all four of them but because we want our children to be good human beings and not robots who follow trends so someone else can make a lot of money we just say NO!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112789Thu, 05 Apr 2007 11:58:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112789Joyce, Atlanta, GAI love this idea. By providing something that is affordable, you are giving more people the opportunity to have access to something they want. I do have a question. Where are these manufactured and are these made under human rights laws? I think it's great that parents and kids in the US have a shoe they can afford but is it at the cost of child labor in other third world countries?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112790Thu, 05 Apr 2007 11:58:34 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112790Lee Cunningham, Plantsville CTWe were taking our son to buy a new pair of sneakers, expecting to pay $60 - $80. When my son picked out a pair of Starbury's saying he loved them we had no problem with paying a whopping $15.00 for them. We even offered to buy him 2 pairs, seeing he is a 12 year old boy who goes through sneakers like going through a pack of gum. I commend Stephon Marbury for doing this and not taking advantage of the public. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112792Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:03:45 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112792leigh morgan port charlotte fl.please e mail me a web site or a contact #for those shoes. thank you.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112796Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:14:10 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112796Amy Spelz, St. Inigoes, MDMarbury's idea behind the cheaper shoes is great. However, I can't help but think that at $15 the people making the shoes must work in a sweatshop. I know that more expensive shoes are also (frequently) made in sweatshops but if he is trying to be "socially conscious" then he needs to make sure that the producers are treated fairly. I saw on the online article that he was commended by Nader for making it cheap while Nader has criticized James for the factory conditions of his shoe producers. This does not say that Marbury's aren't made in sweatshops, just that he treats the consumer better than most. I'm glad that now everyone can be trendy -- well, everyone except MAYBE the people that make these shoes (it hasn't been shown either way).http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112798Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:17:31 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112798Phyllis Durham Christiansburg VAI think that would be wonderful to be able to afford the lates craze tennis shoes. Where can a person living in Virginia order a pair of these "got to have it" shoes.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112806Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:27:59 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112806Susan AndersonYou are a honorable man. Thank you for all of us who love to see heros are children can look up to!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112809Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:32:58 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112809JJ Lancey Vernon CTWhere can I buy these? (Please don't say Wal-Mart)!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112821Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:51:27 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112821Samantha Metzger Alliance,OhioAs an employee at Steve&Barrys in Alliance,Ohio I can assure you that it is not just the parents that are crazy about the Starbury shoes. We have kids calling our store before we even open looking for a certain style or their size, and as a mother of three i can tell you I am extremely impressed on the impact these shoes have had in our town. Thank you Stephon Marbury and I am looking forward to seeing Ben Wallace bring something else to the line.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112830Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:06:07 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112830Tampa, FLI'm not a fan of tennis shoes, but I'm getting a pair. It's the principle! Support Fair Prices and Wages! Thanks for not forgetting, STARbury! You made Mama proud!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112843Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:16:55 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112843Jim Ramos/Levant, Maine (just outside of Bangor)Please help me find a store that sells these sneakers for the price ($15.00) that was in the story this morning on the Today Show on 4/5/07. I live in Bangor, Maine. I have someone that would be very interested in at least one pair. Any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated. Jim 91 0 pairhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112852Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:22:45 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112852Rick Sniders Webster NYwhat a breath of fresh air this guy is. here's the man of the year for Time magazine. think about it... so totally unheard of, I had to read this twice. I salute you Mr. Marbury!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112855Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:24:38 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112855Bart Darrell, Bowling Green, Ky.I have no reason to question Marbury's motives. If the shoe is as advertised regarding quality, I salute Marbury for his effort to change the outrageous basketball shoe "culture" in this country. It has been obscene for too long. The shoe thing got so out of hand that kids were even shooting each other over them. Thanks, Mr. Marbury. I have a new opinion of you. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112867Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:31:54 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112867Tony, NYIt's call GREED and I applause Marbury for bringing sneakers prices back down to earth. Now everyone can afford to buy a pair of basketball sneakers and not have to take out a mortgage.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112875Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:36:27 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112875Rick Lyon, Orlando, FlEver heard of Dunkman? Shaq's shoes that have SOLD (past tense as in been available for a while now) for under $40? Seems the man who started it all is getting shafted from the credit.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112877Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:38:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112877gj productions, llc, plano, tx My name is Gwenelle Johnson founder of GJ Productions and I think it's wonderful what Marbury is doing. Our son was in nusury school (15 years ago) and came home crying because the kids teased him for not having a name on his sneakers. I wrote his name all over his sneakers..now you have a name on your sneakers. This concept helps to confirm what Bill Cosby was trying to express a few years ago. I commend you!!! My family commends!!! I would love to have him come and speak to the youth in our area about values in his off season. Our website will be completed by the end of April. Please email us http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112882Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:43:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112882S. MassachusettsGod Bless Stephon! It's so nice to see a pro sports star using his celebrity for good. Hopefully others in the industry can follow suit. So refreshing!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112885Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:44:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112885gj productions, llc, plano, tx How can we purchase a pair of these sneakers? My husband would like a pairhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112902Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:53:44 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112902Karen, Wilmington, DelawareLove this story and glad it is getting out more.. We just visited a Steve and Barry's in Jersey this past weekend and purchased 4 pair of Starbury's. 2 for our 8 year old and 2 for my husband... We were jacked because just a month prior my son wanted a pair of Helie's (sp?) which would have cost us $65 bucks for ONE pair! SO yea, to find an affordable alternative is HUGE... Especially how fast my growing son's feet expands.. I mean he will be going up a size by years end, so paying $65 for a pair of sneaks that will last for 6-7 months is ludricrous to us.. So you obviously know we would never pay $100 plus for sneaks... All I can say is Thank God for Stephon Marbury and his unselfishness. Your mother raised you right! We have found a new shoe.. Stick around Starburys, for you have a definite customer in us for years to come!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112903Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:56:54 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112903DONNA PENNINGTON ST LOUIS MOWHERE IN THE HECK ARE THEY SOLD...I LIVE IN ST LOUIS MO 63119...ANY STORE IN MY AREA THAT HAS THEM? OR HOW DO I FIND OUT WHERE THEY'RE SOLDhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112906Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:57:56 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112906maggie rollar i don't have access to video.. where do you buy them??? what stores carry them???http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112915Thu, 05 Apr 2007 14:03:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112915Michelle Small, Alexandria, INWhat a great idea! Your parents must be proud I know I am, it seems so many in the "sports world" only care about money it is great to see a "REAL MAN" show our society that you do not have to spend a weeks paycheck to look great. Thank-you for being a positive rolemodel.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112924Thu, 05 Apr 2007 14:11:46 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112924J Harmon, Omaha, NEI think this is an incredible move on the part of NBA all star Stephon Marbury. This shoe appeals to both kids & moms alike. They may only cost a mere $15 bucks, but the way they make a kid feel is priceless. Three cheers for Starburys!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112937Thu, 05 Apr 2007 14:28:47 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112937doris buchanan ocoee, floridai live in central florida. where can i buy these new sneakers?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112954Thu, 05 Apr 2007 14:39:54 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112954Tami Dixon, Casper, Wy.I feel this is the greatest test to the shoe industry & I wish I would have done the same thing many years ago!! Just because there a a few parents who can afford $100.00 shoes not many can & almost everyone can afford $15.00 shoes! I would like to know where I can find these shoes in Wyoming? Are there any distributors in Wyoming? If not I would love to Distribute your product line. I have Rock Hard Fitness Family Fitness Centers & I would love to have your shoes in our product line!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112959Thu, 05 Apr 2007 14:43:13 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112959PJ, Newport NewsI totally support Stephon Marbury and Ben Wallace's efforts. Parents have been under pressure from Nike and other companies, to pay outrageous prices for sneakers and other products, without the players speaking out. I'm one of the parents that have refused to fall for this nonsense of paying for over-priced products, and now I have an additional way to protest, by purchasing Starbury shoes at an affordable price.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#112983Thu, 05 Apr 2007 15:00:36 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:112983Shelia Patterson Fort Worth TXCan I buy them in the Fort Worth-Dallas area? If not can I order on line?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113006Thu, 05 Apr 2007 15:16:33 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113006Dan Barbossa, NY, NYhey all- you can get the shoes at any Steve & Barry's store. Go to www.starbury.com then go to store locator to find the nearest store in your areahttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113027Thu, 05 Apr 2007 15:27:44 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113027AE, Springfield MOThank you Mr. Marbury - my son found out about these shoes from a friend at school and we immediately went to get a pair. Half the kids on his team wore them and I was happy that my child was proud to wear this brand as they are "so cool".http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113046Thu, 05 Apr 2007 15:40:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113046Kathy C. Alexandria, INWow! I think this is awesome! I usually have to spend $100.00 for my son's shoes. This is a great example of PAYING BACK. A+ FOR HIM! More professional atheletes should follow example!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113055Thu, 05 Apr 2007 15:47:04 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113055Jennifer, Cleveland, OHI love the idea, I just wish they came in my husband's size (17). I am still plunking down big bucks to keep shoes on his feet. The good thing is that my two boys will be able to wear these shoes until their feet get as big as their dad's. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113059Thu, 05 Apr 2007 15:50:24 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113059JC Hyannis, MA.My family loves The Steve and Barry's stores. Not only are the shoes stylish but the kids love the clothing. My 12 and 13 yr old love the Hoddies the best. They are into college sports and now where then more than their winter jackets.Thanks to Marbury and Wallace too... Now my kids can dress in the urban/hip hop style they like with out breaking my wallet. Other Sport celebs should follow suit!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113060Thu, 05 Apr 2007 15:51:15 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113060Michelle Edmonds, Las Vegas, NevadaI agree with some of the other parents, somehow the idea of spending $150 for a childs sneakers is enough to make you scream. My son plays basketball any and everywhere, which means sometimes when he comes home his shoes are very dirty. Lets think together shall we. Shop for $150 shoes Saturday morning. Saturday evening you're putting things away and there they are as nasty as one can imagine shoes just purchased 12hrs ago at $150 and now you're affraid to touch them. OH HE-DOUBLE HOCKEY STICKS NO!!! Where can I find them in Vegas??http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113062Thu, 05 Apr 2007 15:52:24 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113062Mom, Lakewood Colo.It is about time---as a single mom it is hard to buy the top name shoes for your son---No shoe is worth $150 and no name is worth that http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113080Thu, 05 Apr 2007 16:29:21 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113080S. MartineI went to Steve and Barry's today and looked at the Starbury II. I could not tell them from the high priced shoes just yards away in the mall stores. My son is only 6, but I plan to get him a pair. I think that Marbury and Wallace are sending a clear message to kids as well as their NBA counterparts. You can be a star on and off the court. Let's hope others take up the call. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113089Thu, 05 Apr 2007 16:35:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113089Jon Phoenix, AZThis is great news - but keep in-mind Shap has been doing this for years. Even got Exeter Brand Group (Nike) involved with the DunkMan shoe line. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113097Thu, 05 Apr 2007 16:41:16 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113097Cyndi West Hartford, Ct.Where can you buy these shoes in CT?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113098Thu, 05 Apr 2007 16:41:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113098D. Staudacher, Pittsburgh, PAStephon Marbury is a true hero and the most positive sports role model that I have seen in many years. Time Magazine should consider him for "Man of the Year". He certainly deserves it for what he is providing for kids - which is not merely a "cool" pair of shoes, but a message on how we should live our lives. What a tremendous individual. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113147Thu, 05 Apr 2007 17:17:12 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113147BCothran, Greenville, SCLove this story. It's about time. Thanks, Marbury and Wallace, and anyone else associated with it.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113149Thu, 05 Apr 2007 17:18:34 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113149Pearl, Bryan/College Station, TexasI too applaud Mr. Marbury for creating an affordable line of shoes. My children are grown now but we did spend a large amount on shoes when they were in their teens, but with limits. I now have two grandsons and look forward to purchasing this line of shoes for them as they get older (ages 16 months & 3 months). We love Steve and Barry's for their affordable line of clothing. No one should have to be ridiculed or die because of their shoes. Thank you for being an example of good values and judgement. Thank you TODAY for highlighting modern day heroes like Mr. Marbury.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113153Thu, 05 Apr 2007 17:25:46 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113153JaneIt's about time! Thank you Marbury if all celeb's would think this way life for parents would be so much easier. We all want to give our children the best and NOW we can. $15.00 tennis shoes, what an awesome refreshing idea.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113208Thu, 05 Apr 2007 18:07:56 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113208Stephanie Burrell Phoenix ArizonaWhere can people in Arizona buy the "Starbury" I'd love to have a pair. Thank you Stephon!!!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113210Thu, 05 Apr 2007 18:09:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113210Chad, Duluth, mnI work in a juvenile detention center and we buy shoes for our kids here and either there county or parents have to pay for there clothing and alot of the parents can not afford to pay for shoes for one kid let alone 3 or 4. Currently we are paying 50.00 a pair of nike's which is real cheap now but these shoes are a much better deal for the county's to afford and also for the parents that were not able to buy shoes for there kids who now can afford something like this. My only question is where can I buy these? Please email me a link or email address where I can find these shoes. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113270Thu, 05 Apr 2007 19:01:44 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113270Mom x 3, Moberly MOI can't wait until fall to drive the 100+ miles to the nearest store to get these shoes! I hope what I read about quality is true, my kids have to have a seperate pair of shoes JUST for PE, and even with that little bit of wear I sometimes have to buy a second pair in a years time. And now my 4th grader can have a pair of basketball shoes for basketball, something I haven't allowed her to have the past couple of years because they were just to expensive. (although I many time regretted that decision as I was scrubbing shoes just before a game) Thank you, thank you, thank you!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113315Thu, 05 Apr 2007 19:28:42 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113315Monica Brown, Palmetto, FloridaThank you Stephon!! It is about time that not only are there sneakers ALL parents can afford, but that we are hearing something positive that athletes (of any sport)are doing to enrich the lives of those less fortunate instead of being fined thousands of dollars (that by the way most single parents don't make within a year)for some self-destructive behavior portrayed on or off the court or field. I hope a lot of your peers take heed to the example you've set. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113320Thu, 05 Apr 2007 19:33:10 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113320Wayne, Abingdon, VirginiaMy two sons and I have a pair of the Starbury One shoes. We have been impressed with the quality of the shoes. The kids have also purchased various Starbury shorts, jerseys and jackets which are all under $15. Many people have commented on the looks of this brand. Stephon Marbury deserves a big thanks for taking some of the insanity out of youth sport clothing prices.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113322Thu, 05 Apr 2007 19:34:19 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113322Shelley Charron,Windsor,Ontario,CanadaI HAVE A 17 YEAR SON,WHO WEARS A SIZE 13 OR 14 DEPENDING ON THE SHOE.HE PLAYS BASKETBALL ALL THE TIME,SO HE WEARS THROUGH HIS SHOES VERY QUICKLY.IT IS VERY HARD TO FIND HIS SIZE SHOE HERE WITHOUT PAY ANYWHERE BETWEEN$150-$200 A PAIR.WHEN WE CAME ACROSS STARBURY SHOES ON ONE OF OUR TRIPS SHOPPING IN DETROIT MICHIGAN ,WE WERE VERY EXCITED,THANKFULLY MY SON HAD BEEN TALKING ABOUT STEPHON MARBURY,WE DECIDED TO PICK HIM UP A PAIR!NOW WE CAN GO AND BUY HIM 5 PAIRS FOR THE PRICE OF WHAT WE WOULD PAY FOR ANOTHER BRAND OF SHOES!AND I DO NOT HAVE TO KEEP ON HIM TO TAKE CARE OF HIS SHOES! HE HAS A PAIR FOR ALL OCCASSIONS! KUDOS TO STEPHON AND BEN!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113325Thu, 05 Apr 2007 19:38:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113325Joe, NYyou can find these sneakers at your local Steve & Barrys store. Go to Starbury.com and go to store locator and it will find the closest store. The store is great if you've never been to one. everything is less than $14.98 in the storehttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113330Thu, 05 Apr 2007 19:44:20 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113330Grandma, Scottsburg, INFinally someone with a product that is not all about the money! Congratulations to Stephon Marbury. Are these shoes available in the Louisville, KY area?? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113339Thu, 05 Apr 2007 19:50:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113339dana j taylor durham, n.c.I THINK THIS IS THE GREATEST THING THAT A NBA PLAYER CAN DO, AND TO WATCH IT CHANGE SO MANY LIVES. WE NOW CAN SEE THAT SOME PLAYERS THINK ABOUT THE SMALL PEOPLE THAT MAKE THEM AS LARGE AS THEY ARE.IE THEIR POPULARITY EXIST BECAUSE OF THE FAN BASE. WE ALL CAN APPRECIATE HIS HONESTY ABOUT HIS OWN CHILDHOOD, SEEMS THAT TOO MANY OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS FORGOET WHERE THEY CAME FROM, AND NEVER LOOK TO INVEST INTO THE COMMUNITY OR THINGS THAT CAN HELP THE WORKING CLASS POOR. (WHICH IS NEARLY HALF OF AMERICA ) HOPEFULLY, HE HAS SET AN EXAMPLE THAT WILL LEAD TO SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL !!! LOVE AND RESPECT YOUR UNDYING FAN, DANA J TAYLOR ( DURHAM NC http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113364Thu, 05 Apr 2007 20:17:52 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113364B. Norman, Alcoa, TNI sure wish these had been available back in the 80's when my sons were in high school. Shoes were a "status symbol" then and are now as well. As a single parent, I struggled trying to keep up. These shoes I'm sure are a God send for alot of parents. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113393Thu, 05 Apr 2007 20:38:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113393Alice PetersMy husband and I are senior citizens and we would love a 15 dollar pair of shoes. Where are they in Las Vegas?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113409Thu, 05 Apr 2007 20:46:55 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113409Arlene Jaron Las Vegas NevadaWhere can I buy a pair of those, my grandson would love a pair. God bless you something I can afford. live in Las Vegas.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113452Thu, 05 Apr 2007 21:14:07 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113452V Morrisinfo on this story should have included where these shoes can be purchased. only steve and barry's can be seen, and being a resident of Georgia have never even heard of this store. also, no info on their (Steve &Barrys) website on ordering these shoes....why report a national story if the sales are only going to be regional? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113535Thu, 05 Apr 2007 22:38:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113535Janet Sandonato, Sun City, AZYes yes yes. Parents,GrandParents Aunts Uncles. this is your chance to speak with the all mighty Dollar. Buy Buy Buy. Basketball began with a peach basket, a large ball. That does not sound like an expensive start. What happened? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113536Thu, 05 Apr 2007 22:39:14 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113536Janet Sandonato, Sun City, AZYes yes yes. Parents,GrandParents Aunts Uncles. this is your chance to speak with the all mighty Dollar. Buy Buy Buy. Basketball began with a peach basket, a large ball. That does not sound like an expensive start. What happened? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113548Thu, 05 Apr 2007 22:57:09 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113548Jeff Bakunowicz, Wisconsin Rapids, WIMy boys (6 &10) both purchased a pair of Starburys for the last basketball season for $15.00 each at Steve and Barry's. Both pairs of shoes look like brand new after the first season. My older son asked for another style of Starburys for Christmas and all shoes look like new. He wore them through winter outside and they clean up better than any other shoe I have seen. We've owned Puma, Converse, Adidas, Nike and just about every shoe and these have been the best, hands down! We purchased the Starbury uniform (jersey and shorts) and what a value. (I should be getting paid for this advertisement) What a great thing Mr. Marbury has done. Thank you!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113559Thu, 05 Apr 2007 23:14:00 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113559Shawn, Washington, DCBy selectively quoting from Ralph Nader's letter to LeBron James, Celizic's TODAYshow.com piece made it look like Nader was only giving praise to Stephon Marbury and Steve and Barry's for affordable shoes, but ignoring the likely use of sweatshop labor in their manufacturing. This is irresponsible reporting. Here's how that part of the letter actually reads: "[Marbury] has challenged the entire basketball sneaker industry, in part, to present inner-city kids with an affordable (yet still stylish and well-made) alternative to the $150 shoes that you and others endorse. That Marbury's shoes, produced by Steve and Barry's, are made in China suggests it is likely they are manufactured under sweatshop factory conditions, given that independent trade unions are illegal in China. Hopefully Marbury's efforts toward positive change will soon lead him to address worker's rights as well." Read the full letter here: http://www.leagueoffans.org/4lebronletter.htmlhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113572Thu, 05 Apr 2007 23:42:57 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113572Debbie Myhre, Cosmopolis, WAI am very excited about these shoes. I have two sons and paying 150 for each breaks our bank. I agree with Teena D'Annibale, Shippensburg, PA who said just say no when you can't afford, but it is wonderful that now I can give them something they like and they feel good about wearing it. I hate peer pressure, but the fact is it does exist, so the shoes are a blessing. Debbie in Cosmopolis, WAhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113577Thu, 05 Apr 2007 23:50:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113577Arnaldo I was never a big Marbury fan but thats change;I have no words to describe how much admiration I feel for him now not only as a great player that he is but as an humanitarian that he has become with a move like that.What goes around comes around I wish Mr. Marbury the very best all thru his life.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113584Thu, 05 Apr 2007 23:58:36 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113584Renee PWhat can you do when your child asks for $150 shoes? Say no! All four of my children have played sports; their performance has not been negatively affected by wearing cheaper shoes. When we mindlessly spend our money on name brands or hot brands we are teaching our children to be shallow and greedy. While I am impressed with what Mr. Marbury is trying to do, I take issue with the idea that the other high end name brand shoe companies are taking advantage of consumers. These companies can only charge what consumers are willing to pay for their products. If consumers are silly enough to consider a swoop or any other brand insignia worth twenty times the cost of a less well known brand shoe, then they should pay it and quit complaining. No one forces us to by those shoes! Mr. Marbury can offer his shoes at a much cheaper price because the reality is that most basketball/athletic shoes are made in the same locations and of similar materials. The only difference is the trademark symbols or designs. You the consumer are paying for the 'coolness factor' when you shell out big bucks for most name brand tennis shoes. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113650Fri, 06 Apr 2007 02:11:04 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113650Gerson, QC, PIGreat effort in the part of Stephon! I was just wondering if Steve and Barry are thinking of exporting these shoes to other countries as well.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113669Fri, 06 Apr 2007 02:43:03 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113669Juana Fernandez Fayetteville, North Carolina.WOW :) Thank you for coming out with such a wonderful idea. Mr. Marbury here in Fayetteville North Carolina we have a non profit organization called TEENS DO CARE INC. and what we do here is help children that do not have the means to do sports, modeling, singing or anything that we can do to keep them of the streets. This gives us the opportunity to get then shoes for a game that is going to be going on in May. God bless you and everyone that is helping you. We need positive roll models like you to guide our youth. Thank You very much :)http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113691Fri, 06 Apr 2007 03:20:10 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:11369131 Year OId Father of Three, Houston I just have to say that I am heavy into the shoe culture but I refuse to pay more that 40.00 for a pair of shoes. With that being said, I am a fan of both Shaq's Dunkman line and Stephon's Starbury line. I own several pair of both lines and so do my children. NICE SHOES AT A NICE PRICE!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113724Fri, 06 Apr 2007 04:30:05 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113724Arthur J, Killeen , TexasGreat man, great idea, great shoe! Bless you Stephon, Bless you! More NBA Players need to get on board with Stephon Marbury & Ben Wallace and start wearing the Starbury shoes!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113761Fri, 06 Apr 2007 07:32:36 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113761Bonnie Dudley, Batavia ILRemember the documentaries you have seen about the markup on clothing in this country? This man has eliminated the 2000% markup, which shouldn't have been there in the first place, but he is still using overseas child labor. Common sense! There isn't any way a pair of $15 shoes can be produced in America. So some other child is making the $15 pair of shoes you are buying for your child. Not real fair, is it?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#113789Fri, 06 Apr 2007 12:14:02 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:113789Victoria Leonard, Schenectady NYHi, I just want to say that I always watch your show (I'm in my senior year of college) when I wake up in this morning but I was a bit disheartened because unlike most kids/adolescents/adults (what am I?!?) I do not have a mother (she died form cancer when I was 16) and the segement about having a special partership with mom for life made it seem like one is a nobody without a mom as his/her other half. Also, I don't have an active dad to compensate for having no mother and while this segment was all right for those with active mothers , you sould at least in the same episode of "Today" have featured some kids without mothers or with deadbeat mothers because they are out there contriary to sterotype. So please, this upcoming Mother's Day I hope you remember people without mothers.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/05/112023.aspx#130857Wed, 11 Apr 2007 15:42:33 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:130857MS. E KOKOMO,INDSTEPHON AND BEN I WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU BOTH. YOU ARE THE TRUE DEFINITION OF A SUPERSTAR.AND YOU ARE IN IT FOR THE GAME AND NOT THE MONEY, YOU BOTH ARE GIVING BACK TO ALL COMMUNITIES LIKE EVERYONE SHOULD. I BOW TO THE BOTH OF YOU GREAT MEN.AND IT JUST GOES TO SHOW YOU THAT YOU CAME FROM VERY GOOD PARENTS ,WHOM TAUGHT YOU VERY WELL. HATS OFF TO YOU.