{"product_id":"grand-rapids-owls-crewneck-sweatshirt","title":"Grand Rapids Owls Crewneck Sweatshirt","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Grand Rapids Owls played in the International Hockey League at Grand Rapids Stadium Arena — now the DeltaPlex Arena \u0026amp; Conference Center — in Grand Rapids, Michigan, arriving partway through the 1977-78 season and lasting until 1980. In their first full season, 1978-79, the Owls reached the IHL finals, where they were beaten by the Kalamazoo Wings in seven games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe franchise reached Michigan by a winding route. It began as the Columbus Golden Seals, then became the Columbus Owls for the 1973-74 season when its professional affiliation shifted from the Golden Seals to the Blues and its ownership changed as well. The Owls were one of the toughest teams in the IHL, leading the league in penalty minutes that first season. They made the playoffs in three of their four years in Columbus, but were mostly forced to play those games on the road or in Troy, Ohio, because the Fairgrounds was booked for other events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 1977-78 the club moved to Dayton's Hara Arena, taking over from the Dayton Gems, who had folded over the summer. Attendance in Dayton was no better, and after only 20 games the Owls packed up for Grand Rapids. After a poor showing in 1979-80, the Owls went out of business in 1980. Years later, the Owls would be re-born as a junior team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis would make a unique gift for the hockey fan in your life or a neat find for yourself of a vintage hockey team from Michigan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping on all orders shipped to the USA.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nQuestions about us or our products? Check out our FAQ.  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vintageicehockey.com\/pages\/a-note-about-ship-times\"\u003eLearn more \u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n--\u003cbr\u003e\nAbout the sweatshirt from the manufacturer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gildan 18000 sweatshirt is a unisex heavy blend crewneck made from a 50\/50 cotton-polyester fabric, combining softness with lasting durability. Its smooth surface supports crisp, vibrant prints and embroidery, while the ribbed-knit collar and reinforced cuffs help it keep its shape over time. A seamless body design reduces irritation and adds to overall comfort. Practical, sturdy, and print-friendly, the Gildan 18000 sweatshirt remains a top choice for custom apparel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e- Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.\u003cbr\u003e- Subtle orange hue shifts with lighting in the Orange color variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"listMCE\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Gildan 18000 sweatshirt is built for comfort and durability, made from a medium-heavy (8.0 oz\/yd² (271 g\/m²)) 50\/50 cotton-polyester blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe classic fit along with the crew neckline deliver a comfy wearing experience with a clean-cut style. Meanwhile, the double-needle stitching at the shoulder, armhole, neck, waistband, and cuff seams add top-tier durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSay goodbye to itchiness thanks to the gray, pearlized tear-away label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Gildan 18000 sweatshirt uses ethically grown US cotton, supported by the US Cotton Trust Protocol, with OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 (Certificate No. 168252, OETI - Institut fuer Oekologie) certified dyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric blends: Heather Sport colors - 60% polyester, 40% cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbroidery decoration method available on either left chest, center chest, or large center chest, as well as right + left wrists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vintage Ice Hockey","offers":[{"title":"S \/ Red","offer_id":54629247484179,"sku":"31858072963522907394","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"S \/ Sport Grey","offer_id":54629247516947,"sku":"22988490138322364445","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M \/ Red","offer_id":54629247549715,"sku":"71920055343219866422","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M \/ Sport Grey","offer_id":54629247582483,"sku":"31654055766203402230","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L \/ Red","offer_id":54629247615251,"sku":"15458090117107912136","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L \/ Sport Grey","offer_id":54629247648019,"sku":"11888482939755564332","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL \/ Red","offer_id":54629247680787,"sku":"21173783444825635448","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL \/ Sport Grey","offer_id":54629247713555,"sku":"16598869828547907773","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ Red","offer_id":54629247746323,"sku":"22521979187604857250","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL \/ Sport Grey","offer_id":54629247779091,"sku":"31025507410067007975","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3XL \/ Red","offer_id":54629247811859,"sku":"33744912225793392310","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3XL \/ Sport Grey","offer_id":54629247844627,"sku":"33853069588622008242","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/6459\/4766\/files\/2806797309859201868_2048.jpg?v=1788036834","url":"https:\/\/vintageicehockey.com\/products\/grand-rapids-owls-crewneck-sweatshirt","provider":"Vintage Ice Hockey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}