Cairo, Illinois, once home to a Kitty League team mostly known as the “Egyptians,” played professional baseball for 18 seasons under names including the Egyptians, Giants, and Champions. Founded at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers, Cairo was envisioned as a shipping hub but declined due to flooding, railroad bypasses, and economic shifts. Baseball first arrived in 1897 with a Central League team, and the Egyptians later competed in the Kitty League from 1903–1906, 1911–1914, 1922–1924, and 1946–1950, ending as the Cairo Dodgers. Once a thriving town of nearly 20,000, Cairo’s population has since dwindled to about 1,700.
Retro Baseball Revival celebrates historic baseball teams with unique apparel, honoring their legacy and bringing history to one-of-a-kind clothing with our old school retro baseball tees from defunct Minor League Baseball teams. All of our high quality apparel is designed, printed, and shipped within the USA. Our KITTY League collection features 100% original designs based on the history and nicknames of the league's historic teams.
Our standard tees are classic, heavyweight t-shirts that are durable and thick. They are looser fitting and run true to size.
Size Guide: True to size
- Brand: Gildan | Product ID: 5000
- Made with medium fabric (5.3 oz/yd² (180 g/m²)) consisting of 100% cotton for year-round comfort that is sustainable and highly durable.
- The classic fit of this shirt ensures a comfy, relaxed wear while the crew neckline adds that neat, timeless look that can blend into any occasion, casual or semi-formal.
- The tear-away label means a scratch-free experience with no irritation or discomfort whatsoever.
- Made using 100% US cotton that is ethically grown and harvested. Gildan is also a proud member of the US Cotton Trust Protocol ensuring ethical and sustainable means of production. This blank tee is certified by Oeko-Tex for safety and quality assurance.
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed; Do not iron; Do not dryclean; Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F); Tumble dry: low heat.
