Muskegon Zephyrs
Order classic Muskegon Zephyrs tees, long sleeves, hoodies, crewnecks and more. Named for Zephyr gasoline, the Zephyrs were Muskegon's first pro team, opening the brand new LC Walker Arena in 1960 and winning the IHL title in the 1961 to 1962 season. Celebrate the start of West Michigan's pro hockey story by browsing all of our Zephyrs gear, then read the team history below. We are an American small business dedicated to bringing back the history and designs of fondly remembered and long-lost hockey teams from throughout hockey history.
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Muskegon Zephyrs History
There's a long line of hockey history in the western Michigan town of Muskegon that dates back to the 1930s.ย The Zephyrs were the first pro team in that history, arriving in 1960 to play in the brand new LC Walker Arena. They spent five years playing in the IHL from 1960-65, winning the league in 1961-62. The team was named for Zephyr gasoline, which a chain of gas stations during that era. The Zephyrs were rebranded into the Mohawks in 1965 and the franchise would continue on through 1984.ย
