Step back in time and celebrate a cherished piece of football history with our Rhode Island Indians 1965 Football T-shirt. This vintage-inspired tee pays homage to the short-lived but memorable team that briefly captured the imagination of Rhode Island sports fans during their single season of play.
The Rhode Island Indians generated significant initial excitement as the state's first professional football team, competing in the Atlantic Coast Football League. Playing their home games at Pierce Memorial Stadium in East Providence, they brought a new level of sporting entertainment to the Ocean State. Despite early enthusiasm and decent attendance, the team's existence was remarkably brief, lasting just one season due to financial challenges and competition from established professional leagues, forcing the franchise to fold after their inaugural 1965 campaign.
Our shirt features the iconic Rhode Island Indians logo with an authentically distressed, cracked finish that gives it that perfect vintage feel – as if you've treasured it since the team's playing days. The design appears on the front only, with a clean, blank back.
Product Details:
- Printed on premium Gildan 5000 heavyweight cotton (5.3 oz, 100% preshrunk cotton)
- Tear-away label for maximum comfort
- Available in sizes S-5XL
- Variety of popular colors to choose from
- Classic unisex fit provides a comfortable, relaxed style
- Produced using the latest direct-to-garment printing technology
- Exceptional durability and detail that won't fade or crack with proper care
Wear a piece of Rhode Island's football heritage and start conversations about this fascinating footnote in the state's sporting history – a team that, though fleeting, represents a bold attempt to bring professional football to Rhode Island in the mid-1960s.