Louisville Catbirds T-Shirt (Premium Lightweight)

The Louisville Catbirds, based in Louisville, Kentucky, played in the Continental Basketball Association from 1983 to 1985. The name combined the Kentucky "Cats" and the Louisville "Birds" to appeal to fans of both schools. They opened on December 1, 1983, with a 122-118 win over Toronto.

The roster included Dirk Minniefield, a Kentucky guard who reached the big leagues in 1985, and Tom Payne, the first Black player on Adolph Rupp's Kentucky team. The Catbirds played at Louisville Gardens, then moved to Broadbent Arena, where attendance fell by more than half. The team was sold in 1985 and moved to La Crosse, Wisconsin.

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About this shirt

Our premium tee is the popular Bella+Canvas 3001. It's lighter and thinner than a traditional heavyweight tee, with a slimmer retail fit.

Size guide: true to size or a little snug. Consider ordering a size up if you're between sizes. See our size charts.

• Brand: Bella+Canvas | Product ID: 3001
• Lightweight fabric (4.2 oz/yd²), 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton on solid colors
• Heather colors are cotton and polyester blends
• Retail fit with a crew neckline
• Tear-away label