Celebrate a groundbreaking chapter in women's sports history with this vintage-inspired Philadelphia Fox Women's Basketball t-shirt. Featuring the team's iconic logo with an authentically distressed, cracked finish that captures the nostalgic spirit of the pioneering WBL era.
The Philadelphia Fox emerged in 1979 as part of the Women's Professional Basketball League (WBL), the first professional women's basketball league in the United States. Playing their home games at the Spectrum, the Fox initially generated significant excitement as Philadelphia embraced women's professional basketball. Despite attracting talented players and enthusiastic fans, the team faced financial struggles common to women's sports of that era. The Fox—along with the entire WBL—folded after just three seasons when investors withdrew support, unable to sustain the operational costs required for the league to grow. Though brief, their existence marked an important milestone in the journey toward equality in professional sports.
Product Specifics:
- Printed on premium Gildan 5000 heavyweight cotton
- 5.3 oz, 100% preshrunk cotton
- Classic unisex fit
- Tear-away label for maximum comfort
- Direct-to-garment printing technology
- Logo printed on front only
- Blank back design
- Available in multiple popular colors
Perfect for basketball history enthusiasts, women's sports advocates, or anyone who appreciates the trailblazers who paved the way for today's professional women's basketball. Own a piece of sports history today!