Represent Hoosier State Tennis Pride with This Vintage Tee!
This retro t-shirt celebrates the glory days of team tennis in Indiana during the 1970s and 80s. Before many cities had professional sports teams, Hoosiers rallied behind their local World Team Tennis franchises like the Indiana Loves.
The Indiana Loves were one of the original teams when World Team Tennis launched in 1973. Playing their home matches at the Indianapolis Sports Center, the co-ed squad featured tennis superstars like Billie Jean King and drew huge crowds of rabid fans. The Loves' iconic logo of two intertwined hearts became synonymous with the passion and excitement surrounding the team.
While they never won a WTT championship, the Loves provided endless entertainment over their nine seasons from 1973-1981. Fans loved the fast-paced team format, colorful uniforms, and rowdy on-court atmospheres. The Loves embraced their status as the "Broadway Bullies" of tennis with their brash attitudes and showmanship. Sadly, dwindling attendance led to their demise after the 1981 season.
This vintage Loves t-shirt with the classic heart logo lets you rep that old-school Indiana tennis spirit. Made of a buttery-soft cotton blend, it comes in a variety of colors like red, white, navy and gray in sizes S-5XL. Whether you're a lifelong tennis fan who remembers the Loves heyday or just love sportin' fresh retro gear, this tee is sure to be a smash hit. Grab this nostalgic shirt today and keep the Indiana Loves' legacy alive!