John Edward “Jack” Purcell was a Canadian world champion badminton player. He designed a canvas and rubber badminton sneaker for the B.F. Goodrich Company of Canada in 1935. In the 1970s, Converse purchased the trademark rights to Jack Purcell sneakers. The sneaker has been known to be paired with suits and business casual looks over the years. Your Life Choices Creates your Lifestyle.
