Wear a slice of forgotten Utah sports heritage with this Salt Lake City Stingers volleyball team t-shirt commemorating the short-lived but beloved professional volleyball squad that captured local hearts during their brief 1979-1980 run.
The Stingers emerged during the volleyball boom of the late 1970s when the sport gained unprecedented popularity following the 1976 Olympics. What began as a grassroots effort by local volleyball enthusiasts quickly developed a passionate following in the Salt Lake valley. The team's meteoric rise coincided perfectly with the nationwide surge in volleyball participation, drawing impressive crowds to their matches at the Salt Palace.
Despite initial success and growing attendance, the Stingers fell victim to the economic recession of 1980 and struggled with financial instability in the fledgling professional volleyball league. When several key corporate sponsors withdrew support and broadcasting deals fell through, the team folded after just one memorable season—leaving behind only memories and a handful of promotional items that have since become collector's treasures.
Premium Quality Specifications:
- Printed on premium Gildan 5000 heavyweight cotton (5.3 oz, 100% preshrunk)
- Featuring tear-away label for maximum comfort
- Classic unisex fit suitable for all body types
- Available in sizes S-5XL
- Multiple color options to suit your style
- Front-only print with authentic distressed, vintage-look logo
- Produced using cutting-edge direct-to-garment printing technology for exceptional detail and durability
Perfect for Utah sports history buffs, volleyball enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates the forgotten chapters of local sports lore. Each shirt keeps alive the memory of this brief but significant moment in Salt Lake City's sporting past.