Philadelphia Fox T-shirt Classic | WBL Women's Basketball Team
Philadelphia Fox WBL Classic Tee Shirt contributes a blast from the past for any sports fan apparel collection. Combining a sleek appearance with comfort, this top delivers. Garment is decorated with hi-res print of vintage Womens Professional Basketball League Team Logo.
- Brand: Gildan G500
- Material: 100% Cotton Combed Ring-Spun Jersey (sport grey: 90% cotton/10% poly blend); 5.3 oz
- Features: seamless rib at neck; taped shoulder-to-shoulder; double needle stitching; 7/8" collar; classic fit
- Garment Care: machine wash cold inside-out, gentle cycle using mild detergent; do not use chlorine bleach or fabric softener; low tumble dry or hang dry naturally to best preserve longevity of garment and print
- Decoration: Hi-res full spectrum HD print with enhanced durability & increased resistance to fading.
- Handling: This is a custom printed item usually requiring 2-3 business days of handling time, not including shipping.
- Shipping: We ship to the United States, Canada and select International countries (via USPS from Michigan USA). Please review ‘Shipping’ link for details.
- Returns: We offer a replacement or refund if garment/print is defective, or if incorrect item is shipped. Since item is custom printed when order is placed, returns are not accepted for issues involving sizing or buyer’s remorse.
- Sizing: One price fits all sizes, since we never charge extra for larger garments. For corresponding measurements, please review size chart below:
Philadelphia Fox were a fleeting expansion team in the Women's Professional Basketball League (WBL), playing just ten games during their fateful 1979-80 season. Owned by Eric Kraus, coached by former NBA player Dave Wohl and playing home games at the aging Philadelphia Civic Center, the team attracted little interest and struggled financially from the jump. The league revoked Kraus’ ownership due to non-payment, shutting down the operation after just ten games into the season. The Philly fiasco did little to improve the street cred, confidence and stability of the WBL.
Women's Professional Basketball League (WBL) was the first female pro basketball league, paving the way for the establishment of future leagues such as the WNBA. The league was founded in 1978 and played three seasons until 1981. The WBL arrived on the scene when opportunities for female athletes were few and far between. The league's primary mission was to develop and provide a platform for women to showcase their athletic skills at a professional level.
Despite early excitement, the financially challenged upstart league suffered from underexposure due to limited media coverage, struggling to attain a consistent turnout at the gate. Upon dissolution, seventeen teams had participated in the WBL, whose pioneering efforts cemented their historic legacy in the early development of women's professional basketball and female sports in general.
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