Pittsburgh Gladiators Pennsylvania Arena Football Team T-shirt

Celebrate the pioneering days of indoor football with this Pittsburgh Gladiators Pennsylvania Arena Football Team T-shirt. The Gladiators were one of the original teams in the Arena Football League (AFL), helping to establish a new and exciting version of America's favorite sport.Founded in 1987, the Pittsburgh Gladiators were among the four charter franchises of the AFL, introducing the fast-paced, high-scoring indoor game to Steel City fans. The team played its home games at the Pittsburgh Civic Arena, thrilling audiences with the unique brand of football that featured a smaller field, rebound nets, and non-stop action.The Gladiators enjoyed early success, reaching the ArenaBowl in both of their first two seasons. Despite this promising start and a dedicated fan base, the team relocated to Tampa, Florida, after the 1990 season, becoming the Tampa Bay Storm. Although their time in Pittsburgh was brief, the Gladiators played a crucial role in proving the viability of arena football and