Detroit Loves Team Tennis Classic Tee - 1974 Season Commemorative Edition
Celebrate a unique chapter in tennis history with this vintage-inspired Detroit Loves t-shirt. As part of the inaugural season of World Team Tennis (WTT), the Loves brought an innovative mixed-gender team format to the Motor City, playing their home matches at Cobo Arena. Despite featuring exciting tennis action and the revolutionary concept of men and women competing together on the same team, the Loves' time in Detroit was brief. After just one season, facing financial challenges and the complexities of establishing a new sports format, the team relocated to become the Indiana Loves.
Product Details:
• Premium Gildan 5000 heavyweight cotton (5.3 oz)
• 100% preshrunk cotton for lasting fit
• Tear-away label for maximum comfort
• Classic unisex fit suitable for all body types
• Front logo print only (back is blank)
• Available in sizes S-5XL
• Multiple color options to choose from
• Direct-to-garment printing for vibrant, long-lasting design
This collector's piece honors Detroit's participation in the groundbreaking first season of World Team Tennis, a league that revolutionized the sport by featuring men and women competing together in a team format. Though the Loves' stay was short, they helped pioneer a new approach to professional tennis that continues to influence the sport today.
Perfect for tennis history enthusiasts, vintage sports collectors, or anyone wanting to own a piece of Detroit sports history. Each shirt is carefully printed using state-of-the-art direct-to-garment technology, ensuring sharp, durable prints that maintain their quality through repeated washing.
Care Instructions:
Machine wash cold, inside out
Tumble dry low
Iron inside out if needed
Note: Due to the vintage nature of the design, slight variations in print appearance add to the shirt's authentic retro appeal.