Disney Classic Mickey Mouse Fitteds @ Cap Collector One Japan

Japan's Cap Collector One just received their stash of Disney fitted caps featuring the world's most beloved cartoon character, Mickey Mouse. The classic Mickey styling from the late 1920's is embroidered on solid black caps or 2 tone with red brims. Besides the clean front embroidery, the caps are highlighted with the Mickey Mouse signature on the back and New Era logo on the side. These caps are now available through Cap Collector One instore and online. Contact New Era to find out availability here in the States.

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Adidas Holiday '11 NBA Fitted

Adidas will soon launch their official Holiday 2011 NBA Fitted line, stepping the game up with a fresh batch of custom color fitted offerings, the first of which we have to unveil in fine brown donegal tweed. This particular release is being served up in two flavors this fall, one version with team logos custom colored in matching black and brown embroidery, the other popped with team color. Both variants feature raised embroidered logos with black undervisors and accents, and there is rumor of a snapback version slated to drop as well. Stay tuned for further insight and imagery here at UA, as we delve deeper into their Holiday 2011 line in the coming weeks.

Inside Label: 1933 Frankie Frisch All Star Game 'NL' Fitted Cap

Throughout its history, the game of baseball has reflected the state of American society. In 1933, the economic depression was still a paralyzing force on a defeated society. Americans took refuge in days out to the ballpark. Arch Ward, sports editor for the Chicago Tribune, saw the important impact that the game had on our society. Ward proposed the idea of an All Star baseball game to coincide with Chicago’s Century of Progress Exhibition.
On July 6, 1933 the holy grounds of Comiskey Park welcomed the best players from both the National and American Leagues for the first All Star Game. The American League players wore their team uniforms while the National League wore a customized hat and jersey, identifying their league. It would be the only All Star Game in which one team wore a uniform that identified their league instead of their team. The All Star Game became an annual event and is now known as the Mid Summer Classic.
The Bronx born Frankie Frisch played in the first All Star Game at Chicago’s Comiskey Park. Frisch was a member of the St. Louis Cardinals famous Gas House Gang. The Hall of Fame seconded baseman was the best of his time. Frisch played in 8 World Series during his career with both the New York Giants and St. Louis Cardinals. In 1937, after playing in just 17 games, Frisch called it quits. He finished his career with a .316 clip and just 120 hits shy of the holy hit number, 3000.
This uniquely styled navy wool, fitted hat is attributed to Frankie Frisch, of the St. Louis Cardinals. Frisch wore this hat during the 1933 All Star Game. This is a six panel hat constructed by the Spalding, Co. The front two panels hold the unique National League logo, NL, stitched in white thread while navy wool covers the metal button resting at the top of the hat. The under visor is lined in green cloth and the aged, sweatband is made of tanned leather. The Spalding, Co logo is stamped beautifully in silver on the rear of the hat, on the leather band. This rare, historical piece remains in the vaults at the National Baseball Hall of Fame Museum and Library.

Text: J.Wheeler

Mitchell & Ness Fall 2011 ABA 'Red/White/Blue Basketball' Fitted Caps

Mitchell & Ness is set to introduce their latest ABA (American Basketball Association) headwear collection for Fall 2011. This cap collection hopes to re-ignite ABA history to a whole new generation of sport consumers that might not know much about the league founded in 1967. To set it off, Mitchell & Ness brings out the official ABA Red/White/Blue Basketball fitted caps, offered in either solid Blue or Red wool with contrasting button and eyelets. The Red/White/Blue basketball was the main symbol of the ABA, established by the league's first commissioner George Mikan. The ball colors represented a more patriotic feel and easier visibility for fans watching in the stands or on TV. Another nice detail to these caps are the full embroidered red and white pin stripes on the undervisors. The stripes were inspired by the referee's uniform worn during games, which also sported the ball on the left chest. These ABA caps are due to release in September through Mitchell & Ness.com and very select retailers. Stay posted for more of the Mitchell & Ness Fall 2011 ABA cap collection.

Williamsport Crosscutters Official On-Field Cap Designed by The Clink Room

It's been a minute since we've had The Clink Room on the UA but the drought is over with this latest custom fitted cap for the Williamsport Crosscutters, Single-A affiliate team of the Philadelphia Phillies. As usual, Jason & Casey serve up their unique, creative talents to come up with a fresh Santa inspired/lumberjack character. The graphic style and character pay homage to Williamsport's heritage of once being known as "Lumber Capital Of The World". The cap uses deep scarlet for the crown and navy top button and visor. The back features the Minor League Baseball logo and all caps come with Clink Room's removable patch. Get yours now through Clink Room online store and local team shops carrying Minor League teams.

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LEADERS 1354 'ldrs' Script Fitted Preview

Leaders 1354 gives us a preview of one of their upcoming fitteds for Fall 2011. The caps feature a scriptive 'ldrs' word mark in clean, raised embroidery. Shown here are the cotton fleece and navy wool options. These are due to drop later this year at Leaders.

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