The Nike Air Penny 3 Black Royal is a sneaker that pays tribute to basketball player Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway, who wore the original Air Penny 3 sneaker in 1998. The Air Penny 3 Black Royal features a black and Varsity Royal colorway. The shoe boasts Zoom Air branding on the side and on the heel, and the swoosh logo on the forefoot. The Zoom Air feature is a pocket of compressed air within the shoe's midsole, which acts like a spring to absorb impact when running and jumping. It comes with round black laces for a secure fit and has a tongue tag for easy wearing. One of the most notable features of the Nike Air Penny 3 Black Royal is the visible Zoom Air unit in the heel.