Got TIPS or BREAKING NEWS? Please call 1-284-442-8000 direct/can also WhatsApp same number or Email ALL news to:newsvino@outlook.com;                               ads call 1-284-440-6666

VI sprint star Adaejah T. Hodge lands endorsement deal with Nike

Virgin Islands sprint star Adaejah T. Hodge has signed a significant endorsement deal with Nike, Inc. Photo: Facebook
Virgin Islands sprint star Adaejah T. Hodge Following the signing, she celebrated on Facebook, stating, “From dreaming it to doing it! Just Do It, NikeAthlete, NikeNIL.” Photo: Facebook
Virgin Islands sprint star Adaejah T. Hodge Following the signing, she celebrated on Facebook, stating, “From dreaming it to doing it! Just Do It, NikeAthlete, NikeNIL.” Photo: Facebook
NEW ORLEANS, USA- Virgin Islands sprint star Adaejah T. Hodge's remarkable journey continues as she has signed a significant endorsement deal with Nike, Inc., widely regarded as the world's largest supplier of athletic shoes and apparel, and known for its iconic Swoosh logo.

Deal sign

Hodge, who has been named a finalist for the prestigious Bowerman Award, officially entered into an NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deal with Nike on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

Following the signing, she celebrated on Facebook, stating, “From dreaming it to doing it! Just Do It, NikeAthlete, NikeNIL.”

This is a historic moment for Hodge, who recently completed an exceptional freshman season. 

She shattered the NCAA records in both the 100m (10.63 seconds) and the 200m (21.68 seconds). Additionally, she played a pivotal role in leading the University of Georgia to secure the team title at the recent NCAA Championships.

According to a Facebook post, Hodge is set to return to the University of Georgia for her sophomore season, standing out as one of the brightest stars in collegiate track and field.

Hodge to compete this weekend 

Meanwhile, Hodge is preparing to compete against the fastest sprinters in the world at her World Athletics Diamond League debut, taking place at the Prefontaine Classic meet in Eugene, Oregon. 

The 51st annual event is scheduled for Friday, July 3, 2026, and Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the University of Oregon’s Hayward Field.

25 Responses to “VI sprint star Adaejah T. Hodge lands endorsement deal with Nike ”

  • Adic (02/07/2026, 10:48) Like (26) Dislike (1) Reply
    Up,up & up..Congrats & keep pushing.
  • Citizen (02/07/2026, 10:49) Like (42) Dislike (1) Reply
    she will be our first olympic medalist
  • A Tasket (02/07/2026, 10:54) Like (2) Dislike (45) Reply
    Is it possible to read a brief bio of the subject Adaejah Hodge,unless of course, this would be embarrassing to these VI.
    Unlike other celebs ,stars and individuals repping positively nationwide,Ms Hodge's background is mysteriously missing.
    • support (02/07/2026, 11:38) Like (33) Dislike (1) Reply
      Why can't the BVI be supportive for once!!!!!!!!! How is this relevant to the subject? Gosh man, just be happy about this positive accomplishment.
      • It is ok (02/07/2026, 15:19) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
        They want it for their child! But God
      • do better (03/07/2026, 03:42) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
        Sweetheart, the majority of us ARE ???? supportive of this extraordinary young lady. Please address the one or two eating sour grapes.
    • Why?? (02/07/2026, 12:47) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
      I am confused pliss enlighten me what you are referring to .
    • do better (03/07/2026, 03:37) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
      Not because you have NEVER accomplished anything in life gives you the right to be on here trolling with your hateful and envious comments. Go get a life!
  • Let’s GOOOO! (02/07/2026, 11:29) Like (26) Dislike (2) Reply
    I’m sensing Hodge will be the Julien Alfred of the BVI! Bring it home!! ????
  • Karnage (02/07/2026, 11:43) Like (17) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations!
  • live (02/07/2026, 11:51) Like (6) Dislike (5) Reply
    @ taskit. BVI is way behind in everything
    • Missed the train! (02/07/2026, 15:21) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
      They have a world class champion in their yard and playing…don’t worry! God got her!
  • Did not know (02/07/2026, 15:16) Like (3) Dislike (14) Reply
    I didn’t know she tested positive before for enhancement performance drugs and was also suspended. Wow
    • @did you know (03/07/2026, 03:50) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply
      What's your past? We ALL have a past. Some cannot control what was done to them without their knowledge. Just be happy for the young lady. All who have negative to say, please try smoking that Nike deal instead of weed for once.
  • Marty Probasco (02/07/2026, 15:24) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    At a Tasket... You need to stop.. just stop it.
  • BVI love (02/07/2026, 15:43) Like (10) Dislike (1) Reply
    Ms. Hodge is an ambassador for the Virgin Islands. Ehat is the party Primier government doing. This young lady should be recognized...
  • tola (02/07/2026, 17:29) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    So happy for her
  • Ambassador Dope (02/07/2026, 22:29) Like (2) Dislike (9) Reply
    Is this the same Hodge that served a 17-month doping ban from August 2024 to January 2026?

    Asking for a friend
    • The Usurper (03/07/2026, 09:03) Like (3) Dislike (2) Reply
      Are you the one that have done nothing of significance in your entire existence? Do you know who your father is?
  • Congratulations (03/07/2026, 00:25) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Wonderful achievement.
  • A local hero (03/07/2026, 06:33) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    Go on Fbook she can't see a thousand likes, on this site can't get a hundred blogs. I am certain more than 3000,00 BVIslanders on both fbook and this site .If you going add all residents it's more than 7000.00 people on social media....I told you, envy and jealousy are real, the higher you climb, the more you succeed, the more snakes surround you. Hope she knows that.
  • Yes (03/07/2026, 10:14) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Amazing!
  • USA!! (03/07/2026, 16:30) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Ambassador Dope, I heard it was a big SCAM that's why the AIU let her go and now the school has to pay her out about 10 Million dollars. Ayo Tola people behind talking what ayo don't know. Why you think NIKE got involved. BIG GAME, RICH TOLA KID.
  • family (03/07/2026, 17:16) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Girl I dont think they have any idea what you about to do to them. Lol! God bless you child.


Create a comment


Submit comment

Create a comment

Submit comment
Disclaimer: Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) welcomes your thoughts, feedback, views, bloggs and opinions. However, by posting a blogg you are agreeing to post comments or bloggs that are relevant to the topic, and that are not defamatory, liable, obscene, racist, abusive, sexist, anti-Semitic, threatening, hateful or an invasion of privacy. Violators may be excluded permanently from making contributions. Please view our declaimer above this article. We thank you in advance for complying with VINO's policy.

Follow Us On

Disclaimer: All comments posted on Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) are the sole views and opinions of the commentators and or bloggers and do not in anyway represent the views and opinions of the Board of Directors, Management and Staff of Virgin Islands News Online and its parent company.