Harlem Globetrotters

illustration for 2019 harlem globetrotters world tour

problem

Harlem Globetrotters partnered with Champion to outfit the team and create merchandise to be sold for their World Tour Across the United States and through Europe. They required a Front and Back T-shirt design that was fit for youth and adult and embodied the Harlem Globbetrotters spirit and showcased all of their tour stops.

solution

We worked with the clients to develop multiple illustrations over a 3 week timespan to ensure ontime delivery and decided on using the design as the back art for their World Tour Tee. This t-shirt design was create with Direct to Garment film and sold online and at event spaces globally.

The Harlem Globetrotters are worldwide icons, synonymous with family entertainment and great basketball skills. The Globetrotters represent 100 years of breaking down barriers, acts of goodwill and a commitment to fans that goes beyond the game.

The Globetrotters have entertained more than 148 million fans in 123 countries and territories worldwide, introducing many to the sport of basketball. The team are pioneers in popularizing the slam dunk, the fast break, the forward and point guard positions, and the figure-eight weave.