New Jersey boy, 10, taunted for sneakers gets trip to FILA headquarters

Friday, August 12, 2016
10 year old Nyeeam Hudson became a viral sensation last week when a group of bullies made fun of his sneakers and he turned the ordeal into a teachable moment.

Now, that not-so-little lesson got more than just attention on YouTube, it also turned some heads at sneaker giant FILA.
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The shoe company invited Nyaaem to its headquarters where he got the board room treatment.

FILA said Nyaaem was a perfect example of finding opportunity in darkness, so they wanted to help him open the door.
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