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Reebok AFL 50th Tribute, White Referee On-Field Caps
Back in August, Reebok rolled out the Legacy collection which pays tribute to the AFL's 50th Anniversary (Read our post on the AFL Referee Caps here). Below is the white version of the on-field referee caps. This cap is made with performing mesh fabric in stretch-fit sizing. This white referee cap is available now through specific team shops and NFLShop.com.
Mitchell & Ness NFL Throwbacks 'Foam' Fitted Caps
Mitchell & Ness introduces the Foam Fitted style in NFL Throwback teams as part of their F/H09 offering. This new cap is made entirely of thick foam with team embroidered logos. Don't let the puffiness fool you. Once you throw this one on, it will probably be one of the comfiest caps you've ever rocked. The M&N Foam fitted is a 5-panel construction cap with short front seam and standard crown eyelets. Mitchell & Ness is now stocking a hand full of teams and also available through select retailers.
Reebok 50th Season Anniversary Fitted & Flex Caps
The NFL continues to pay homage to the American Football League established in 1960 by playing Legacy games this season, wherein the original AFL teams play in their throwback uniforms. The 50th Season Anniversary also highlights the profound changes that the AFL bought to the game such as modern-action plays, the 2-point conversion, player numbers on uniforms, recognition of African-American players, and many others that today could be easily overlooked. Reebok captures the AFL 50th Anniversary Season by releasing the Legacy Collection, which offers throwback jerseys, apparel, and caps from the original eight teams. The caps below feature current team logos with 50th Anniversary patches commemorating this special season. Team fitted and flex-fit styles are now being sold through NFL.com, team shops, sporting good chains, and headwear only spots.
Reebok NFL Custom Fitteds @ Champs Sports
Champs Sports has linked up with Reebok to release a custom, quick-strike fitted program just in time for the upcoming NFL season. This special program is made up of black top 2-tones, black on black tonals, and a Carhartt inspired, all brown fitted with white tonal logos. Each cap features the NFL shield on the side and team wordmark on the back. This custom NFL program is due to hit select Champs stores mid- September.
Reebok Hall Of Fame Game 2009 / AFL 50th Tribute, Referee On-Field Caps
The NFL officially kicked off the 2009 pre-season this past Sunday with the Hall Of Fame Game between the Buffalo Bills & the Tennessee Titans. The game paid tribute to the American Football League’s 50th Anniversary. Both teams and officials wore uniforms dating back to their AFL days. Below is a close up look at the orange, on-field, referee caps produced by Reebok for the game. The caps were worn with orange striped shirts and white pants (see here). Originally made in wool back in the days, the NFL decided to roll with a performance mesh fabric for 2009. Other details include black piping, full front embroidery, and nothing on the back. The AFL referee caps are stretch fit and were produced strictly for the Hall Of Fame game.
Reebok NFL Sharktooth 09 Flex Caps
With their new NFL Sharktooth 09 Flex caps, Reebok is hitting us off with another 90's inspired style. This new style brings the shark design element from Logo Athletic snapbacks into white-based stretch caps. Each cap is made with cotton twill and features contrast sharktooth, button, eyelets, and visor. All teams are available with each cap sporting the NFL shield on the back. The Sharktooth 09 flex caps are due in stores within the following weeks through Lids.com and other official dealers.