Detroit Lightning Soccer Classic Tee - 1979-1980 Season Commemorative Edition
Celebrate a flash of Detroit soccer history with this vintage-inspired Detroit Lightning t-shirt. As part of the American Soccer League (ASL), the Lightning brought professional outdoor soccer to the Motor City, playing their home matches at Keyworth Stadium in Hamtramck. Despite fielding talented players and bringing the beautiful game to Detroit's passionate sports fans, the Lightning's run was cut short after just one season when financial difficulties and the broader challenges facing American soccer in the late 1970s led to the team's folding.
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 represents Detroit's early attempts to establish professional soccer in Michigan. Though brief, the Lightning's season helped lay the groundwork for soccer's future growth in the region and demonstrated Detroit's potential as a professional soccer market, paving the way for future teams and leagues.
Perfect for soccer 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.