1971 Carolina Cougars T-Shirt

Product Info

• 100% Cotton (52% Cotton 48% Polyester for heather colors)
• Extra Soft
• Lightweight
• Classic Fit
• Ships in 3-5 business days

Team: Carolina Cougars
Years Active: 1969-1974
Homes: Greensboro Coliseum (Greensboro, NC), Charlotte Coliseum (Charlotte, NC), Dorton Arena (Raleigh, NC)

The Carolina Cougars were established as the Houston Mavericks, a charter member of the ABA. They moved to North Carolina in 1969. Tom Meschery coached the team in 1971 and after retiring as a player, Larry Brown took over the following season. The Cougars were touted as a "regional" team, playing home games in three cities: Greensboro, Charlotte, and Raleigh, North Carolina. Game 7 of the Eastern Division Finals was played in Charlotte instead of Greensboro where the team won Games 2 and 5. Following the loss, many questioned the decision and the team never made another deep playoff run. They became the Spirits of St. Louis in 1974.

Notable Players:

• Billy Cunningham
• Larry Brown
• Joe Caldwell
• Mack Calvin

This product is an historical representation of the defunct team in the description. The product is in no way affiliated with any existing team, league or other organization.