Monticello Athletic Association

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In 1911, Cumberland Posey formed an all-Black basketball team called the Monticello Athletic Association.

Posey was a local multi-sport star who had led Homestead High School to the city basketball championship and who had earned respect on Pittsburgh’s tough, blue-collar sandlot playgrounds.

When the Monticells quickly outgrew local white competition, Posey challenged the previous year’s Black national champion, Howard University, to visit the Smoky City for “the first colored game ever played in Pittsburgh.”

The Monticellos were considered “a huge joke” by Howard, who thought they would show the steel town “just how basketball is played in polite circles”.

However, the Monticellos crushed Howard, and the victory put Pittsburgh on the Black basketball map, earning the Monticello Athletic Association the Colored Basketball World’s Championship for 1911-12.

The success of the Monticello Athletic Association paved the way for other African American teams in Pittsburgh and elsewhere, by showing that any team from any city could produce a champion with enough desire and determination.

A portion of net proceeds from the sales of our Black Fives assortment will benefit the The Black Fives Foundation, which works to inspire excellence by preserving, teaching, and honoring the pre-NBA history of African Americans in basketball.

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  • A portion of net proceeds donated to Black Fives Foundation
Monticello Athletic Association
Monticello Athletic Association
Size & Fit
IN
SizeSleeve Length (in)Tee Length (in)
XS7.7526
S827.25
M8.2528.5
L8.529.75
XL8.7531
XXL932
XXXL9.2533
CM
SizeSleeve Length (cm)Tee Length (cm)
XS2066
S2069
M2172
L2276
XL2279
XXL2381
XXXL2484

Use these body measurements as a guide to select the size that's right for you. Our tees are designed with a relaxed fit that runs true to size. If you are at the lower end of a size range, expect a looser feel, in the middle the fit will be balanced, and at the top end it may feel more fitted.

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  3. Garment Length
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  4. Sleeve Measurement
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Monticello Athletic Association
Monticello Athletic Association

Product Details

  • Embroidered H Logo
  • Classic crew neckline
  • Designed in USA

Fabric & Care

  • 50% Polyester, 25% Cotton, 25% Rayon
  • Machine Wash Cold, Tumble Dry Low

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Our t-shirt is designed with a relaxed fit that runs true to size. It's made from a soft cotton blend that may shrink slightly after washing, so we recommend washing cold and tumble drying on low to help maintain the fit. Check the Size Guide for fit tips.
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How does HOMAGE gear fit?

HOMAGE gear is designed for relaxed, easygoing comfort and runs true to size. Made from a soft cotton blend, pieces may shrink slightly after washing, so we recommend washing cold and tumble drying low to maintain the perfect fit. Need a hand? Check our Size Guide for tips.
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Legendary Comfort® is the soft, all-day feel that makes HOMAGE gear unlike anything else. Every piece is designed to look, feel, and wear like a vintage favorite, giving you the perfect mix of buttery softness, timeless style, and fan-inspired nostalgia. From tees to jackets and everything in between, HOMAGE delivers comfort and style built for fans who live for the game, the team, and the moment.
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What is your return and exchange policy?

We provide refunds and exchanges up to 60 days after the original purchase date for orders within the United States, and up to 30 days for orders outside of the United States. Refunds are credited to the card used in the original transaction. Duties and fees paid on orders will not be refunded.
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