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Authentic Philadelphia Bell Throwbacks. Custom Names & Numbers. Sizes S–5XL.

The Philadelphia Bell were the World Football League's Liberty Bowl-era curiosity — a 1974–1975 spring/summer franchise that drew massive (if partly mythical) crowds to JFK Stadium and produced one of the great attendance scandals in pro sports history. The Royal Retros Bell collection brings the WFL's Philly franchise back with throwback jerseys, hats, and tees in the gold-and-burgundy colorway only WFL diehards remember. Free name and number on most styles. Sizes S–5XL.

What You Can Shop

Philadelphia Bell Jerseys, Hats, T-Shirts, Hoodies and Sweatshirts — WFL-style mesh and twill football jerseys, snapback and unstructured Bell caps, soft cotton tees, and pullover hoodies. Free name and number customization on most jerseys. Sizes S–5XL.

Why Royal Retros Is the Home of Philadelphia Bell Gear

• Officially licensed WFL throwback apparel.
• Free name and number customization on most jerseys.
• Period-correct WFL detailing including the famous Bell helmet logo.
• Sizes S–5XL.

Quick Buying Questions

What sizes are available?

Small through 5XL on most styles.

Can I customize?

Yes — most jerseys include free name and number. Custom items are final sale.

Is this officially licensed?

Yes. Royal Retros holds the licensing required to make WFL throwbacks.

How long will my order take?

Stock items ship within a few business days. Custom jerseys typically take 2–3 weeks because each one is sewn to order.

About the Philadelphia Bell

The Bell were charter members of the World Football League in 1974. Owner John Bosacco hired Ron Waller as head coach, signed quarterback Jim "King" Corcoran, tight end Ted Kwalick from the 49ers, and running back John Land, and rolled out a roster respectable enough to win five of its first eight games. The first home game at JFK Stadium drew an announced crowd of 55,534. The second drew 64,719. Then a Philadelphia Bulletin reporter discovered most of those tickets had been comped — actual paid attendance was closer to 13,000 — in what became national news as "the Philadelphia Papering Scandal."

Despite the off-field circus, the Bell finished the 1974 season 9–11 and made the WFL playoffs. The 1975 team, with John Land becoming a 1,000-yard rusher and Bob Davis taking over at quarterback, sat at 4–7 when the WFL collapsed financially in mid-October. Philadelphia would not get another pro football team beyond the Eagles until the USFL Stars arrived in 1983, but for two strange summers the Bell gave Philly an alternative — and a place in spring football history that no scandal could fully erase.

Philadelphia Bell at Royal Retros — Authentic Throwbacks. Custom Names & Numbers. Sizes S–5XL.