Relive the pioneering days of women's professional basketball with this exclusive Virginia Wave (1984) vintage tee!
This premium throwback shirt celebrates one of the trailblazing teams from the early days of women's professional basketball. The Virginia Wave made history as part of the Women's American Basketball Association (WABA), bringing professional women's basketball to the Hampton Roads area in 1984. Based in Norfolk, the team represented a groundbreaking moment for women's sports in the region.
Despite initial excitement and a talented roster featuring former college standouts, the Wave's journey was brief. Financial challenges plagued the fledgling WABA league, which struggled to secure television contracts and major sponsorships during an era when women's professional sports received limited media coverage. After just one season, both the team and the entire league folded, leaving behind a legacy as pioneers who helped pave the way for future women's professional basketball leagues.
Our distressed, vintage-look logo captures that authentic 80s basketball nostalgia with a perfectly weathered, cracked appearance that looks like it's been in your collection since the team's historic season.
Product Details:
- Premium Gildan 5000 heavy cotton (5.3 oz, 100% preshrunk)
- Classic unisex fit available in sizes S-5XL
- Multiple color options available
- Tear-away label for maximum comfort
- Vintage logo printed on front only (back is blank)
- Produced using cutting-edge direct-to-garment printing technology
Perfect for women's basketball supporters, Virginia sports enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates vintage memorabilia from pioneering women's sports teams. Own a piece of women's basketball history today!