This Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE Is Limited To Just 50 Pairs

Created for players during the 2024-25 season.

Andrew Rizzo May 7, 2025

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The 2024-25 college basketball circuit was huge for Jordan PEs, with the Jumpman shipping off “First Class” Jordan 4s to all its sponsored schools. While Mach Madness is well in the rear-view mirror at this point, we’re still unpacking Air Jordan goodies provided to players last season. Rare sneaker seller @englishsole recently shared a pair created for the North Carolina Tar Heels; a fresh Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE.

One of just 50 pairs in existence, the sneaker balances between white, “University Blue,” and “Obsidian” treatments. The “University Blue” shade appears via a patent leather mudguard/heel, while “Obsidian” makes notable cameos on the midsole, lining, and heel “23” stitching. The Air Jordan 9 has embraced a handful of UNC-adjacent colorways throughout its history, most notably a “Pearl Blue” low-top in 2002 (which returned as a high in 2019). Additionally, while more of a stretch, the model’s original “Powder Blue” colorway boasts more vague UNC ties.

To state the obvious; the Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE is for players only and won’t see a public release. Hit our Jordan Release Dates page to preview pairs you can actually get your hands on, including the “Flint Grey” 9s dropping in 2026.

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: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

: Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE englishsole/IG

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Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.