{"title":"San Antonio Riders","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe San Antonio Riders Collection — Royal Retros San Antonio Riders Fan Shop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tagline\"\u003eAuthentic San Antonio Riders Throwbacks. Custom Names \u0026amp; Numbers. Sizes S–5XL. WLAF Texas Heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Retros carries the deepest San Antonio Riders throwback collection on the open web — authentic jerseys, tees, hats and mini helmets honoring San Antonio's World League team. One of the strongest North American sides of the WLAF's two-year run, the Riders gave Texas a spring football team to rally behind. Period-correct construction, free custom name and number on most jerseys, sizes S–5XL with no big \u0026amp; tall upcharge. If you want Riders gear that respects the history, this is the shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Can Shop in the San Antonio Riders Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSan Antonio Riders Jerseys\u003c\/strong\u003e — Throwback football jerseys in the Riders' early-'90s look. Sublimated custom builds and clean cuts, period-correct numbering and crests. \u003cstrong\u003eFree custom name and number on most styles.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSan Antonio Riders T-Shirts\u003c\/strong\u003e — Soft, vintage-feel cotton tees with the Riders logo and retro wordmark. Sized S–5XL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSan Antonio Riders Hats\u003c\/strong\u003e — Unstructured dad hats, snapbacks and fitted styles with embroidered Riders branding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSan Antonio Riders Mini Helmets\u003c\/strong\u003e — Collector display helmets in the classic Riders scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomization\u003c\/strong\u003e — Most Riders jerseys can be personalized with your name and number, free on eligible items. Custom items are made to order and final sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes\u003c\/strong\u003e — Small through 5XL on virtually every product. We don't upcharge for big \u0026amp; tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Royal Retros Is the Home of San Antonio Riders Throwback Gear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe deepest catalog anywhere.\u003c\/strong\u003e Riders gear is nearly impossible to find at retail. We carry jerseys, tees, hats and mini helmets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic, period-correct construction.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sublimated fabrics on custom builds, clean cuts, period-correct color blocking and numbering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree customization on most jerseys.\u003c\/strong\u003e Add your name and number at no extra cost on eligible items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes Small through 5XL.\u003c\/strong\u003e No big \u0026amp; tall upcharge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage done right.\u003c\/strong\u003e Heritage-inspired tribute designs that honor the team and the World League era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Buying Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sizes do San Antonio Riders jerseys come in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall through 5XL on virtually every jersey style. We don't upcharge for big \u0026amp; tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I customize my Riders jersey with a name and number?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — most styles offer free custom name and number. Custom items are made to order and final sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials are the jerseys made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightweight sublimated polyester on custom and remix styles; standard jersey knits on replica cuts. T-shirts are premium soft-blend cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow accurate are the designs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor palette, Riders logo, lettering and crest detail are reproduced to match the team's early-1990s WLAF look. Each design is vetted for period accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it ship and what's the return policy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard items typically ship within a few business days. Custom items are made to order; custom items are final sale and standard items follow our return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Were the San Antonio Riders?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe San Antonio Riders were a professional American football team based in San Antonio, Texas, that played the two seasons of the original World League of American Football, in 1991 and 1992. Coached by future Oregon State and San Diego Chargers head coach Mike Riley, the Riders were one of the best North American teams in the league, posting a 7–3 record in 1992 in a strong West Division.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe San Antonio Riders Era-by-Era History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1991 — The Inaugural Season.\u003c\/strong\u003e San Antonio joined the World League as one of its founding North American franchises, bringing spring pro football to South Texas under head coach Mike Riley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1992 — A Winning Year.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Riders posted a 7–3 record, part of a dominant North American West Division that also featured the champion Sacramento Surge (8–2) and Birmingham Fire (7–2–1). San Antonio was right in the thick of the league's best division.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe End of the Original WLAF.\u003c\/strong\u003e The NFL suspended the World League after 1992, and the Riders folded with the rest of the league's North American clubs — a strong team cut short by the league's closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Venues — Alamo Stadium \u0026amp; Bobcat Stadium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Riders played in the San Antonio area across their two seasons, including historic Alamo Stadium and Bobcat Stadium in nearby San Marcos. The Texas setting gave the franchise a passionate regional following during the World League's brief run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Frequently Asked Questions About the San Antonio Riders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen did the San Antonio Riders exist?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1991 and 1992, the two seasons of the original World League of American Football.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho coached the Riders?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMike Riley, later a longtime college and NFL head coach, led San Antonio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I find related Royal Retros collections?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Riders connect to the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wlaf\"\u003eWLAF \/ World League collection\u003c\/a\u003e, fellow WLAF clubs like the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sacramento-surge\"\u003eSacramento Surge\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/birmingham-fire\"\u003eBirmingham Fire\u003c\/a\u003e, and the broader \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/international-football-hq\"\u003eInternational Football HQ\u003c\/a\u003e. Texas fans can also cross-shop the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/san-antonio-wings\"\u003eSan Antonio Wings\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWorld League Cross-Shop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wlaf\"\u003eWLAF \/ World League collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the full league, 1991 through NFL Europe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFellow WLAF clubs\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sacramento-surge\"\u003eSacramento Surge\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/orlando-thunder\"\u003eOrlando Thunder\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/birmingham-fire\"\u003eBirmingham Fire\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/montreal-machine\"\u003eMontreal Machine\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/international-football-hq\"\u003eInternational Football HQ\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — gridiron heritage from around the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tagline\" style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 32px; font-size: 1.15em;\"\u003eSan Antonio Riders at Royal Retros — Authentic World League Throwbacks. Custom Names \u0026amp; Numbers. Sizes S–5XL.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"san-antonio-riders-jersey","title":"San Antonio Riders Jersey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade-to-order — lead time shown in the customization screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFree personalization — name, number, or custom text\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in two jersey styles:\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Stitched:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic stitched numbers and lettering — heavier, more durable, classic on-field look\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplica:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality printed graphics in lightweight, breathable fabric — vibrant and great for everyday wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100% Polyester\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWLAF jock tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll customized jerseys are made to order and final sale — no returns or exchanges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeam:\u003c\/strong\u003e San Antonio Riders\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYears Active:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1991–1992\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alamo Stadium — San Antonio, TX\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe San Antonio Riders played two seasons in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wlaf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Wlaf \u0026amp; nfl europe jerseys, hats \u0026amp; apparel | royal retros\" aria-label=\"Wlaf \u0026amp; nfl europe jerseys, hats \u0026amp; apparel | royal retros\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWLAF \/ NFL Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e from 1991 to 1992, splitting home games between Alamo Stadium and Bobcat Stadium in San Marcos. 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