The WNBPA Pay Us What You Owe Us Warm Up Shirt 2025 Merch Unisex T-Shirt
This The WNBPA Pay Us What You Owe Us Warm Up Shirt 2025 Merch Unisex T-Shirt represents a powerful statement piece commemorating one of the most significant moments in women’s professional sports labor advocacy, when WNBA All-Star players made headlines during the 2025 All-Star Game in Indianapolis by wearing identical black t-shirts emblazoned with “Pay Us What You Owe Us” during warm-ups. This historic demonstration took place on July 19, 2025, at the WNBA All-Star Game, where every player from both Team Clark and Team Collier participated in this unprecedented show of unity amid contentious collective bargaining agreement negotiations between the Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) and the league. The shirt became an instant symbol of the players’ fight for equitable revenue sharing, higher salaries, enhanced benefits, and improved working conditions, following what players described as a “wasted opportunity” and “disrespectful” meeting with league officials on Thursday, where over 40 players attended in an unprecedented turnout for CBA negotiations. Available for purchase through the WNBPA’s official channels with all proceeds supporting the union and its members, this unisex t-shirt captures the essence of a pivotal moment when WNBA stars including Caitlin Clark, Napheesa Collier, Breanna Stewart, and A’ja Wilson leveraged the league’s biggest stage to demand their rightful share of a business generating approximately $200 million annually from media rights and expansion fees. The simple yet powerful black design with bold white lettering reflects the players’ strategic messaging shift from discussing “fairness” to asserting ownership of what they believe they have earned, while fans in the arena chanted “Pay them!” and displayed “Pay the Players” signs throughout the broadcast. As the current CBA expires on October 31, 2025, with the possibility of a work stoppage looming if negotiations fail, this merchandise serves as both a collectible piece of sports history and a tangible representation of the ongoing fight for gender equity in professional athletics, making it essential for supporters of women’s sports, labor rights advocates, and collectors of authentic sports memorabilia who recognize the significance of this transformative moment when WNBA players refused to accept the status quo and demanded recognition for building a thriving business that has reached unprecedented levels of popularity and profitability.
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- Made with medium fabric (5.3 oz/yd² (180 g/m²)) consisting of 100% cotton for year-round comfort that is sustainable and highly durable.
- The classic fit of this shirt ensures a comfy, relaxed wear while the crew neckline adds that neat, timeless look that can blend into any occasion, casual or semi-formal.
- The tear-away label means a scratch-free experience with no irritation or discomfort whatsoever.
- Made using 100% US cotton that is ethically grown and harvested. Gildan is also a proud member of the US Cotton Trust Protocol ensuring ethical and sustainable means of production. This blank tee is certified by Oeko-Tex for safety and quality assurance.
Key Features:
- Twill tape covers the shoulder seams to stabilize the back of the garment and prevent stretching.
- Knitted in one piece using tubular knit, it reduces fabric waste and makes the garment more attractive.
- Ribbed knit makes the collar highly elastic and helps retain its shape.
- Made from specially spun fibers that make a very strong and smooth fabric that is perfect for printing. The “Natural” color is made with unprocessed cotton, which results in small black flecks throughout the fabric.
- Solid colors are 100% cotton; Heather colors, Tweed, and Russet are 50% cotton, 50% polyester; Sport Grey and Antique colors are 90% cotton, 10% polyester;.
- For all ages.
- EU warranty – 2 years.
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