19Nine Illinois Fighting Illini 1988-89 Legacy Short 2019 (USED)
L / Navy / Illinois Fighting Illini
$60.00 USD
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19Nine Illinois Fighting Illini 1988-89 Legacy Short 2019 (USED)
$60.00 USD
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19NINE’s Legacy Collection dives inside the archives to bring back some college basketball classics. Like the originals, we crafted each Legacy pair of retro shorts with the materials and details to honor the original designs. It was a labor of love in our pursuit to provide an era specific keepsake that celebrates the most iconic styles in college basketball history.
Lou Henson, the school's famed head coach, recruited the team entirely from the state of Illinois. Lowell Hamilton, Marcus Liberty and Nick Anderson were all from Chicago. Kendall Gill, Kenny Battle and Stephen Bardo were also raised in the "Prairie State." A common foe was waiting for them in the National Semifinal: The Michigan Wolverines. The Illini were 2-0 during the regular season, beating Michigan by double digits twice. However, this time would be different. Led by new head coach, Steve Fisher, and All-American Glen Rice, the Wolverines defeated Illinois 83-81.
Lou Henson, the school's famed head coach, recruited the team entirely from the state of Illinois. Lowell Hamilton, Marcus Liberty and Nick Anderson were all from Chicago. Kendall Gill, Kenny Battle and Stephen Bardo were also raised in the "Prairie State." A common foe was waiting for them in the National Semifinal: The Michigan Wolverines. The Illini were 2-0 during the regular season, beating Michigan by double digits twice. However, this time would be different. Led by new head coach, Steve Fisher, and All-American Glen Rice, the Wolverines defeated Illinois 83-81.
- Design Inspiration: features the Nany/orange color scheme, with designs from the ‘88-‘89 Flying Illini season. They are designed to emulate the look of the early late 80’s college basketball..
- Material: Constructed from double-ply mesh to provide a heavy, authentic game-weight feel while remaining comfortable.
- Legacy Construction: Specifically features stitched piping and embroidered team graphics to mirror the era's authentic aesthetic.
- Modern Standard-Length Fit: Cut to contemporary lengths to avoid the ultra-short vintage style.
- Waistband: Includes a premium elastic waistband with a drawstring for a secure fit.
- No Pockets: While standard 19nine retro shorts often include pockets, the specialized Legacy Collection is designed without them to maintain authentic on-court accuracy.
- Brand Transition: 19Nine officially licensed products are now often associated with SLAM Goods.
- Usage: Ideal for casual wear, basketball, or as a collector's item to celebrate NCAA history
Style: 19NINESILLINOISSHORT-016 | Color: Nany/White/Orange | Material: Mesh | Release: 3.16.19 | Retail: $100 | Condition: 4 of 5 (See rating breakdown)
5⭐️: Brand New | 4⭐️: Almost New | 3⭐️: Minor Defects | 2⭐️Worn +4X | 1⭐️: Beaters
