Big Norm Cream of the Crop Charlotte 49ers Tee

As the saying goes, "the cream always rises to the top." We may be biased, but the Niners are worthy of that top spot. Not only in our thoughts and hearts, but also in the conference standings, as you stand and cheer in this Niners vintage tee. The cream color is like an old Charlotte Observer newspaper that covered the Niners back in the '90s (perhaps the last time they covered the Niners. Zing.), giving the design an extra vintage flair. The cream backing pairs nicely with both lighter green and gray shirts. This tee is soft, as if it's broken in and ready for tailgating. You'll be almost as cool as Biff wearing his naturally air-conditioned, sleeveless shirts. Note that I said "almost."

.: Big Norm logo printed on the front
.: Canvas+Bella brand tee
.: 100% soft cotton (fiber may vary by color)
.: Light fabric (4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²))
.: Unisex shirts run slightly smaller

About Big Norm
Meet "Big Norm," the big man who has roamed the campus since the school's transition in 1949 from the Owls. Big Norm takes on the traditional bully stance, walking with his head held high and chest out, ready to take on any competitor. Most schools adopted this style of logo in the 1940s, with some still showcasing their bully logos today (like NC State, Oregon, Notre Dame, and Wisconsin). The logo was illustrated by Frate when he was bored during the pandemic quarantine and is not affiliated with the Charlotte 49ers.

About Frate
John Iafrate, or as most know him, Frate, is the artist behind Big Norm and the tees you're viewing in this shop. He is currently the senior creative director for LendingTree and runs this shop as a hobby. He has a huge passion for sports and a little sense of style, so here we are... and we hope you enjoy! Frate is a proud alumnus of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.