Boris Kodjoe Serves Up Tennis 007 Collection
Actor-athlete Boris Kodjoe unveils his elegant Tennis 007 line at Queens’ West Side court
Image: Instagram
A Court Steeped In History
Actor and athlete Boris Kodjoe chose the storied lawns of the West Side Tennis Club in Queens, New York, to launch Tennis 007, a capsule collection that pays tribute to the sport’s elegance, endurance and discipline. Shot “at the historic West Side Tennis Club in Queens, New York,” as the designer-actor himself describes, the line unfolds in three distinct tiers: technical performance wear engineered for match play, transitional layers suited to travel and recovery, and a pared-back après segment that emphasizes refined ease.
From Performance To Après
The Tennis 007 collection is deliberately mapped out. The first tier features moisture-wicking polos, stretch-woven shorts and sculpted outer shells that Kodjoe says are “grounded in movement and intention.” Phase two introduces transitional pieces—lightweight hoodies, tapered joggers and versatile vests—that mirror the cadence of travel from court to lounge. The final tier, labeled après, brings forward crisp knits, tailored joggers and soft-touch sweaters in neutral palettes for post-match comfort without sacrificing polish.
Tennis 007’s color story leans on classic court whites, muted navies and subtle pops of lens-inspired green, while key details include contrast piping, embossed logos and ergonomic seam lines. “It’s a quiet strength shaped by both commitment and craft,” Kodjoe notes, underscoring his vision of modern sportwear that nods to tennis tradition without feeling vintage.
Athlete Turned Designer
Boris Kodjoe’s trajectory from collegiate athlete to television and film star provides context for his entry into design. Born in Vienna on March 8, 1973, to a Ghanaian father and German mother, he moved to the U.S. as a teen and earned an athletic scholarship at the University of New Haven, excelling in track and tennis before shifting to acting. His credits include the films Brown Sugar (2002), Guess Who (2005) and the hit series Being Mary Jane (2013–19).
His background in sport infuses Tennis 007 with authenticity. On Instagram, Kodjoe recently shared behind-the-scenes moments from the #EuroBasket2025 draw, writing, “Checking in to #EuroBasket2025 🏆 Thanks to our Draw Host, @boriskodjoe!” This post highlights his commitment to major sporting events beyond the tennis court and underscores how movement remains central to his personal brand.
Looking ahead, Tennis 007 will roll out in limited drops through the end of the year via select retail partners and online. Kodjoe has teased possible athlete collaborations and pop-up activations at landmark tennis tournaments.
Boris Kodjoe’s Tennis 007 is more than a fashion release—it’s an intersection of his athletic roots, disciplined craft and on-court heritage. By integrating technical fabrics, versatile silhouettes and post-match polish, he aims to serve a new standard for modern tennis lifestyle.
Trivia
Read full bio of Sakshi
