This Week on Instagram: World Cup Prep

May 30
Image via @soccerdotcom

The 2014 FIFA World Cup is just around the corner, and the sneaker community on IG is definitely feeling the buzz. From candid shots of superstars to upcoming product, soccer was the focus of the week. Still, as always, there's a little something for everyone, including star athletes paying tribute on Memorial Day and yoga like you've never seen it before. Whether you're looking to get hyped for the World Cup kick off on June 12 or just want to take a look at the week's best sneaker and sports action, we've got you covered.

Riley Jones is a freelance writer from Charlottesville, VA and a contributor to Sneaker Report. With an unshakable affinity for basketball and all things pop culture, he can be found on Twitter @rchrstphr.

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Handstand
Image via @brittanycoutu

"#TBT to BodyPower in the UK. You know I had to bust out some handstands! Missing all my ShredZ Fam! Love you guys"

@brittanycoutu

Head over heels

Gilbert
Image via @lakailtd

"Keep Pushing. @garrittgilbert regram."

@lakailtd

Anytime, anywhere

Fall
Image via @reebokaustralia

"Looks like Autumn weather has just kicked in. Does anyone else love running in the rain as much as we do? #puddlejumpingisasport"

@reebokaustralia

Autumn in Australia

Camille Little
Image via @geminkeez

"Seattle Storm F Camille Little game shoe vs New York Liberty at Madison Square Garden @camillelittle"

@geminikeez

Flightposite engaged

Bowling
Image via @javi_handz

"#Skate for Fun and Health"

@javi_handz

Gutterball

Bill Clinton
Image via @tai_foster

"Presidential Under Armour"

@tai_foster

#TrillClinton

100 Days
Image via @dickssportinggoods

"We're not counting or anything... But the #NFL starts in 100 days! #LetTheCountdownBegin #CantWait #football"

@dickssportinggoods

It's coming...

Soccer Ball
Image via @puma

"Wherever the pitch, we're ready to play. #StartBelieving Continue the journey with @pumafootball."

@puma

Puma on the pitch

Practice
Image via @alabamawbb

"Guards putting in work on day two of individuals."

@alabamawbb

No off days

Battle Pack
Image via @adidasfootball

"The Battle Pack. Go hard or don't come at all. #allin or nothing."

@adidasfootball

Going to battle

Yoga Truck
Image via @fitnessmagazine

"Only in NYC would you see a truck driving around with @tarastiles doing #yoga inside. Post your own #posewhenever photo and @whotels may send you on a yoga retreat to #Bali!"

@fitnessmagazine

Yoga on the go

What the KD
Image via @sneakernews

"What The KD 6 releasing on June 14th."

@sneakernews

Mark your calendars

Walkoff
Image via @mlb

"We shall call it #Walkoff Wednesday. @whitesox are 3rd team to walk off in 45-minute span."

@mlb

Send 'em home happy

Track Tuesday
Image via @runnerspace

"How about a little #tracktuesday, guys? Of course, it's @preclassic week so it's Hayward Field!"

@runnerspace

On your marks..

Power
Image via @soccercleats101

"Our friends at #Power sent us over these exclusive sneak peak images of new turf boots they have planned for release in the next few months. They will be part of the #Zephyr range. Crazy colorful designs."

@soccercleats101

All that Power

Teamwork
Image via @roco_runs

"It's about FRIENDSHIP and RUNNING #R_Shanghai"

@roco_runs

Teamwork gets it done

Speed Training
Image via @haleykaren

"Speed drills with the master of fast Alex Molden #nikezoom #campzoom #ducks #oregon @nikerunning"

@haleykaren

Get your speed up

UA Clutchfit
Image via @finishline

"Another look at the @underarmour Clutch Fit. How sick is the camo? #iwill #uaclutchfit"

@finishline

Innovation on the way from UA

Luka
Image via @arcteryx

"Arc'teryx athlete Luka Lindic is feeling strong in training these days. 'This photo was taken at a climbing spot called Kotečnik in the eastern part of Slovenia.'"

@arcteryx

Whatever it takes

UA
Image via mlb

"Guess who these fast feet belong to."

@mlb

Pregame snapshot

World Cup
Image via @soccerdotcom

"The Ultimate Ball for 2014! This is the match ball that will be used in the 2014 FIFA #WorldCup Final in Rio de Janeiro. Available to pre-order now at SOCCER.COM. In stock on Monday June 2. #adidas"

@soccerdotcom

In all its glory

adidas Smart Ball
Image via @modernnotoriety

"The SMART BALL is a Bluetooth Smart and app-enabled soccer ball with integrated sensor technology for dead-ball kicking training such as penalties, free-kicks, shooting, corners, long passes and goal kicks." 

@modernnotoriety

Football in the future

RGIII
Image via @rgiii

"On this day of remembrance, we never forget where we came from. For that reason, I am sending these Special Edition Camouflage Cleats on their way to The Copperas Cove Football Program! A town with a military back bone!!! I wear them to honor our soldiers! I pray you will accept this gift and wear them to honor them as well. Love You & Thank You"

@rgiii

Neymar
Image via @instagram

"On June 12th, soccer champions from around the world will come together in Brazil for the 2014 World Cup. At the age of 22, Brazil soccer player Neymar (@neymarjr) will represent his country in his first World Cup ever."

@instagram

Cuteness overload

Saucony Ride 7
Image via @saucony

"The all new #Ride7 releasing on 6/1. Click the link in the bio for details on the release."

@saucony

Hot off the presses

Riley Jones is a freelance writer from Charlottesville, VA and a contributor to Sneaker Report. With an unshakable affinity for basketball and all things pop culture, he can be found on Twitter @rchrstphr.

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