Step back in time with this authentic Winnipeg Warriors Hockey team t-shirt, celebrating one of the most exciting yet short-lived franchises in Western Hockey League history. The Warriors took Manitoba by storm from 1955-1961, bringing fast-paced, hard-hitting hockey action to the heart of Canada.
The Winnipeg Warriors burst onto the Western Hockey League scene in 1955, quickly gaining a passionate fanbase with their gritty play style and competitive spirit. Making an immediate impact, the team captured the Edinburgh Trophy (the minor league championship) in their inaugural 1955-56 season, defeating the Montreal Royals and establishing themselves as a formidable hockey force. The Warriors played their home games at Winnipeg Arena, where they regularly drew enthusiastic crowds from throughout Manitoba.
However, the Warriors' promising run faced mounting financial difficulties by the early 1960s. Despite their early success, declining attendance and increasing operational costs created unsustainable conditions for the franchise. After six seasons of thrilling hockey, the team relocated to become the San Francisco Seals in 1961. Despite their relatively brief existence, the Warriors contributed significantly to Winnipeg's rich hockey heritage, helping establish the city's enduring relationship with the sport decades before the Jets would arrive.
This premium quality throwback tee features the iconic Winnipeg Warriors logo on the front, reproduced with a deliberately distressed, cracked, vintage feel that captures the nostalgic essence of this beloved team. The back remains blank, keeping the focus on the legendary emblem that once represented Manitoba's hockey pride.
Product Specifications:
- Printed on premium Gildan 5000
- 5.3 oz, 100% preshrunk cotton for comfort and durability
- Tear-away label for maximum comfort
- Classic unisex fit looks great on everyone
- Available in sizes S-5XL
- Variety of popular colors available
- Created using cutting-edge direct-to-garment printing technology for exceptional detail and wash-resistance
Whether you were there cheering from the stands during their championship season, or you're just discovering the legend of the Winnipeg Warriors, this shirt lets you carry a piece of Canadian hockey history wherever you go.
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