World Football League Fan Shop

The World Football League Collection — Royal Retros WFL Fan Shop

Authentic 1974–1975 Throwbacks. Custom Names & Numbers. Sizes S–5XL. Every Original Franchise.

Royal Retros carries the most comprehensive officially licensed World Football League (WFL) throwback collection on the web — authentic 1974–1975 jerseys, hats, T-shirts, hoodies, and apparel for every original WFL franchise. From Birmingham Americans championship gear to Memphis Southmen throwbacks (when Larry Csonka, Jim Kiick, and Paul Warfield defected from the Miami Dolphins), from The Hawaiians to the rare franchises that played one or two seasons before the league folded — every team is represented. Custom name and number available on most jerseys. Period-correct construction in sizes Small through 5XL.

What You Can Shop in the WFL Collection

WFL Jerseys — Authentic 1974–1975 World Football League replica and custom jerseys for every WFL franchise. Period-correct color palettes, lettering style, and crest detail. Custom name and number on most styles.

WFL Hats — Snapback, fitted, flex, and unstructured hat styles featuring WFL team logos.

WFL T-Shirts — Soft, premium cotton tees representing every WFL team.

WFL Hoodies & Sweatshirts — Year-round team apparel.

Customization — Most WFL jerseys can be personalized. Free customization on eligible items. Custom items are final sale.

Sizes — Small through 5XL on virtually every product.

Shop by Marquee WFL Team

Birmingham Americans / Birmingham Vulcans — The WFL's first champion. The Americans won the 1974 World Bowl and rebranded as the Vulcans for 1975. Authentic Birmingham Americans and Birmingham Vulcans throwback jerseys, hats, and apparel. Shop the Birmingham WFL collection.

Memphis Southmen / Memphis Grizzlies — The franchise that signed Larry Csonka, Jim Kiick, and Paul Warfield away from the Miami Dolphins in 1974 — one of the biggest player defection stories in pro football history. The Memphis Southmen (renamed Grizzlies for 1975) were undefeated in 1975 when the league folded mid-season. Authentic Memphis Southmen and Memphis Grizzlies throwback gear. Shop the Memphis WFL collection.

The Hawaiians — The WFL's Pacific franchise, playing pro football in paradise. The most distinctive team identity in WFL history. Authentic The Hawaiians throwback jerseys and apparel. Shop The Hawaiians collection.

Florida Blazers — The 1974 World Bowl runner-up and one of the most beloved short-lived franchises in pro football. Shop the Florida Blazers collection.

Plus rare-team coverage: Detroit Wheels, Philadelphia Bell, Portland Storm, Southern California Sun, Charlotte Hornets / New York Stars, Chicago Fire / Chicago Winds, Houston Texans / Shreveport Steamer, Toronto Northmen (never played a regular-season game), Jacksonville Sharks / Jacksonville Express, San Antonio Wings, and more. If a team played in the WFL, we carry their gear.

Why Royal Retros Is the Home of WFL Throwback Gear

The original World Football League is one of the most beloved alternate-football leagues in U.S. sports history. Here's what sets our WFL collection apart at retail:

• Every WFL franchise represented.
• Officially licensed. Every product produced under proper WFL-era licensing.
• Free customization on most jerseys.
• Sizes Small through 5XL. No big & tall upcharge.
• Rare-team coverage. Many WFL teams played one season or less — we carry gear for all of them, including the Toronto Northmen who never played a regular-season game.

Quick Buying Questions

What sizes do WFL jerseys come in?

Small through 5XL on virtually every jersey style.

Can I customize a WFL jersey?

Yes — most styles offer free customization. Custom items are final sale.

Are these officially licensed?

Yes — every product produced under proper WFL-era licensing.

Shipping & returns?

Standard products ship within 3–5 business days. Custom items ship within 7–10 business days. Custom items are final sale. Standard items follow our return policy at /pages/returns.

What Was the World Football League?

The World Football League (WFL) was the first major modern professional football league to challenge the NFL, operating in 1974 and 1975. Founded by Gary Davidson — the same entrepreneur who had launched the American Basketball Association in 1967 and would launch the World Hockey Association in 1972 — the WFL recruited NFL veterans with competitive salaries, opened markets the NFL had ignored (including Hawaii), and pioneered free-agency concepts that the NFL would eventually adopt.

The WFL collapsed mid-season in October 1975 due to financial difficulties — but in its short run it brought professional football to Birmingham, Memphis, Hawaii, Jacksonville, Philadelphia, and a dozen other cities for the first time, signed the Miami Dolphins' "Three Defectors" (Csonka, Kiick, Warfield), and demonstrated that pro football could thrive outside the NFL's monopoly.

The History of the WFL

The Founding (1973–1974). Gary Davidson announced the WFL in October 1973. The league launched in summer 1974 with twelve charter franchises in the U.S. and Honolulu.

The 1974 Season — Birmingham Wins It. The Birmingham Americans won the inaugural World Bowl by defeating the Florida Blazers. The Memphis Southmen, with Csonka, Kiick, and Warfield contracted to start in 1975, watched from the sidelines.

The 1975 Mid-Season Collapse. The 1975 WFL season opened with the Memphis Southmen now featuring Csonka, Kiick, and Warfield — and the Southmen (rebranded Grizzlies) raced to a perfect record. But the league's financial troubles became insurmountable and operations ceased on October 22, 1975. The Memphis Grizzlies were tied for the best record in the league when the league folded.

The Legends of the WFL

Larry Csonka, Jim Kiick, and Paul Warfield. The "Three Defectors." All three signed with the Memphis Southmen in 1974 (effective 1975) for combined contracts that exceeded any in pro football history at the time. Csonka was the reigning Super Bowl MVP. Their defection accelerated NFL salary inflation and forced the NFL to take the WFL seriously.

Daryle Lamonica. The "Mad Bomber" Oakland Raiders quarterback played briefly in the WFL.

Calvin Hill. The Dallas Cowboys running back played for the Hawaiians in 1975.

Shop by Team — The Complete WFL Collection

• Birmingham Americans / Birmingham Vulcans (1974–75)
• Charlotte Hornets / New York Stars (1974)
• Chicago Fire / Chicago Winds (1974–75)
• Detroit Wheels (1974)
• Florida Blazers (1974)
• The Hawaiians (1974–75)
• Houston Texans / Shreveport Steamer (1974)
• Jacksonville Sharks / Jacksonville Express (1974–75)
• Memphis Southmen / Memphis Grizzlies (1974–75)
• Philadelphia Bell (1974–75)
• Portland Storm / Portland Thunder (1974–75)
• San Antonio Wings (1975)
• Southern California Sun (1974–75)
• Toronto Northmen (never played a regular-season game)

The World Football League at Royal Retros — Authentic 1974–1975 Throwbacks. Custom Names & Numbers. Sizes S–5XL. Every Original Franchise.