Thursday, September 17th, 2009 at 1:33 pm  |  70 responses

THE MJ/Gatorade Bottle is Here

And you can win one. Here’s how.

by Ben Osbornebottlecloseup

If you spent any time on this site in the last month, you noticed a lot of Michael Jordan coverage, and a lot of it contest-related. Why not? Dude went into the Hall of Fame, we made a great issue out of it (Selling fast. Order your copy before it’s too late.), and pretty much every brand that is associated with him did their best to take advantage of all the hype by putting out some product or another.

One of the coolest promotions during the Month of MJ was Gatorade’s Limited Edition series of Jordan bottles, capped off by the Facebook-run contest in which fans voted on their ultimate Jordan moment (as nominated by “experts” such as yours truly.) Well, as I wrote on the 1st of the month, our choice was the runaway winner, and the payoff has now arrived: I’ve got six of these bottles sitting in my office, and while one will take up residence on my cramped bookshelves (next to the bottle signed by MJ that the good folks at Gatorade sent me when they kicked off this whole promotion), the other five are for me to give away to five lucky SLAMonline readers. There were only 230 of these bottles made, so they definitely qualify as a rare Jordan collectible. Ten were put on sale on eBay with the proceeds going to the Make-A-Wish foundation. Of those 10, only two are left. Go here to bid if you want to take the charitable route to getting your hands on one.

If you prefer your collectibles to be earned via a well-written mini-essay on SLAMonline, then stay right here. Tell me, MJ fans, why Mike still means so much to you.

The writers of the five best comments, kept under 100 words, will win one of these special bottles.

Post your answers below; we’ll pick winners early next week.

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  • http://mbenga-mblog.blogspot.com/ vmcb

    MJ means inspiration. MJ means determination. MJ means looking up at seemingly insurmountable odds and still finding a way to succeed. While Jordan may have been dominate on the court, his will and legacy relates to all aspects of life, not just basketball. Life means never giving up and never taking what you have for granted. You need to do whatever it takes to accomplish your goals, whether that means draining an open jumper at the buzzer, or putting in those extra hours to make ends meet. This is what Michael Jordan means to me.

  • Air up there

    To me, MJ defines perseverance. He had the drive, will and determination to be the best that he could be on and off the court, which is what I try to do every day of my life. Growing up as a kid and watching MJ play makes me cherish how great he was and is to the game of basketball, which is something that I will value for the rest of my life. I know that with a work ethic like MJ I can accomplish any challenge that I have to face.

  • ampd

    michael jordan means so much more to me than just basketball statistics and accomplishments. his shoes, from the original air jordan 1s to the newest 60+s, show that nothing less than great is acceptable. his story, a no-name cut from the varsity who became the greatest of all time, shows that to those who want it bad enough, obstacles are nothing. and now his induction into the HOF shows that even when he’s dead and gone, he will never be forgotten

  • MVP_032

    Some of us will not get a bottle but we are going to love Jordan and his game no matter what…

    determination passion legend!

  • Jono

    I think I deserve to win one of these bottles because if you give it to me, you are ensuring the following:
    1. It won’t be sold
    2. It won’t be drunk.
    3. It will be shown off.
    4. I am in the most remote city on Earth (Perth – Australia) and as such it is best to spread the limited edition bottles to the four corners of the world!
    Imagine if Aliens attacked from Mars, and only the US got hit? At least 1 bottle would be saved!

  • JodythePresidioRecLegend

    I didnt have a dad growing up and I told my mom the other day that Michael Jordan was one of the main male role models in my life. We were in a thrift store at the time and I came across his autobiography and even though I couldnt afford it I had to buy it and I cant even finish reading it because I dont want it to be over. Basketball hasnt been the same without Jordan.. I love when he says stop looking for the next Jordan because there might never be another player who cares more about winning than how much he makes.. he reiterated that recently and I respect him for being so real during his retirement speech. I play basketball as a way of dealing with stress but became a great basketball player by my desire to win, which of course was greatly inspired by Jordan. If your ever in San Diego, go to Presidio court in Old Town and you’ll see the only white boy who plays as hard as Jordan did and I do it for free.

  • JodythePresidioRecLegend

    I didnt have a dad growing up and I told my mom the other day that Michael Jordan was one of the main male role models in my life. Basketball hasnt been the same without Jordan.. I love when he says stop looking for the next Jordan because there might never be another player who cares more about winning than how much he makes.. he reiterated that recently and I respect him for being so real during his retirement speech. I play basketball as a way of dealing with stress but became a great basketball player by my desire to win, which of course was greatly inspired by Jordan. If your ever in San Diego, go to Presidio court in Old Town and you’ll see the only white boy who plays as hard as Jordan did and I do it for free.

  • Dennis B

    MJ has revolutionized the game of Basketball, even after he stopped basketball for good, we still talk about him more than we talk about more players, his highlights from 15 years ago are still more eletrifying than most of the players today in the league. His ability to do the impossible has made him the greatest player of all time, we dont remember him as the 3rd round draft pick from North Carolina but the player who led his team to back-to-back-to-back titles.

  • http://None Davie

    Why does Money still mean so much?
    Bottom line because he wasn’t perfect, and has no desire to be so, and that’s what made him so great to watch!

    The work ethic, the arrogance, the “you will have to cut my heart out” attitude, the evil streak.

    One minute he’d be smiling and signing autographs for the kids the next he’d be taunting and humiliating whichever bum tried and guard him.

    He was the perfect combination.

    Why does he still mean so much? Because despite how hard some might try, we know that we will never see another like him!

  • fernando sanchez

    does anyone know if the winners for the nba live 10 contest have received their winning notice yet? sorry to be OFF subject but i need to know…..

  • Paul M. Castillo

    okay i loved the new ish. But i thought you guys still should of found room for david robinson, john stockton and jerry sloan.no matter if he was the best that was disrespectful to the classmates.

  • Jose

    Jordan is Basketball. Jordan is the standard of all players past and present A.K.A “He may not be the next MJ, but he’s up their” Stating that MJ defines almost impossible or mythical standards. He’s one of the most recognizable icons that ever existed in sports. He defines the heart, hustle, and soul for the game that I have come to know and love. Without MJ, I doubt the NBA would be as great as it is today, because all players now strive to reach his level of greatness. That’s why I got love for ‘His Airness’. Jordan is Basketball.

  • http://staticseth.blogspot.com/ Seth

    Michael Jordan still means so much to me because you simply do not forget a legend. Michael entered the league a boy and left a man – a legendary man. Larry Bird said it best when he said it was “God disguised as Michael Jordan” after they faced off in 1986. This God instilled fear and awe into all who witnessed his greatness, both players and fans. He changed the game and he sits atop the bar that players strive to reach. Jordan is the greatest man to ever play the game and will forever be.

  • kevin

    Michael Jordan epitomized all the true characteristics that professional athletes should represent. On the court, he personified the unrelenting passion that was displayed on a nightly basis. Off the court, he represented everything that the sponsors and league were looking for and he was extremely marketable. To me, he embodied the true role model that a pro athlete should possess and growing up witnessing his journey from dunk champ to 6 time champ, was truly remarkable. It showed me that perseverance and hard work were essential tools necessary to succeed in sports and more importantly, in life.

  • Gerald F.

    A temperature of 102. He hadn’t slept or eaten anything in 36 hours. He walked out on the court and I thought, “We’re screwed!”

    His face was swollen, his eyes were listless, and the announcers were talking about how little he’d play.

    Did you have too little faith like I did?

    After playing a ferocious three quarters, he retired to the bench. He went to get up for the fourth quarter and almost fell. Scottie Pippen tried to put him back on the bench. Jordan pushed him out of his way, and dropped 15 to ice the game.

    Wow…G.O.A.T!

  • Papou

    He was an image, a flash, a living myth that invaded my imagination long before I took interest in the game. He was a shoe that I saw my older brother buy second hand from some friend, like some priceless artifact that elevated its wearer`s status. He was a motivation, to go out everyday and practice, to make up for years of inactivity and finally catch up to my friends. He was a model when my ego would accept none, a hero of MY time. He is a highlight reel, inside my brain, deeply ingrained and indelible. And never forgotten. (edited for lenght)

  • AJBALLER

    When u here the name Michael Jordan u dont just think of basketball u think of Babe Ruth u think of Joe Montanna u think of airplanes u think of SUPERMAN!Just think about it, this world will be NOTHING without THE MAN MICHAEL JORDAN!

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  • http://slamonline.com/ Tzvi Twersky

    Great entries, people. We whittled it down, and five winners have been selected and contacted. We’ll post names when the winners confirm their email addresses. Thanks to all for participating. As always, we’ll have more contests in the near future, so keep your browser locked!

  • http://slamonline.com/ Tzvi Twersky

    Weeks ago we selected five winners. Some got back immediately, some not at all. Ultimately, here are the five people who will be receiving the prize: doyouwantmore, Eboy, rob stewart, vmcb and Jose. As always, thanks to all who entered, and congrats to those who won! Win or lose, there are always more contests on the way….stay ready.

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