In the lower East Side, manhattan, a particular area is recognized as "LOISAIDA," in recognition of the puerto rican heritage, of the neighborhood. The lower east side also has a long history with handball, a game where you strike a ball against the wall, using your hands. I went to high school in lower manhattan, where many of my hispanic friends would play handball, afterschool. From the lower east side, east new york, flatbush, bushwick, east harlem, queens, bedstuy and other communities in the tristate area, handball was being played.
This T-shirt also pay homage to the rise of salsa park jams & hip hop park jams, of the late 70's and early 80's! Simutaneously coinciding with the popularity of handball in new york city parks, in the early 80's! Why the year 1982? That year for songs like Junior: "Mama use to Say," Soul Sonic Force: "Planet Rock," "World Famous Supreme Team" hip hop radio show, Harlemworld nightclub, Hip Hop Jams in the Park etc...
The Bella Canvas 3001 is a classic unisex jersey short sleeve tee that fits like a well-loved favorite. Soft cotton and quality print make users fall in love with it over and over again. These t-shirts have ribbed knit collars to bolster shaping. The shoulders are tapered for a better fit over time, and dual side seams hold the garment's shape for longer.
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- Sleeve prints and neck labels are produced using DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing technology. This applies only to products fulfilled by the print providers OPT OnDemand and Shirt Monkey among the providers offering this item.
.: Made with 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, the Bella Canvas 3001 is a lightweight fabric (4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)) that's breathable and easy to layer. Perfect for active and leisure wear.
.: The retail fit that is perfect for casual and semi-formal settings. The crew neckline adds a classic, neat style that's perfect for accessorizing.
.: Bella+Canvas manufactures all its products in the US and internationally in humane, no-sweat-shop, sustainable way and is part of the Fair Labor Association as well as Platinum WRAP certified.
.: The tear-away label minimizes skin irritations.
.: Fabric blends: Ash and Heather Prism colors - 99% cotton, 1% polyester; Heather and Solid Blend colors - 52% cotton, 48% polyester; Athletic Heather and Black Heather - 90% cotton, 10% polyester.