For Immediate Release  

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

CFL Players' Association Announces Exciting New Partnership with Royal Retros

Mississauga, ON-  The CFL Players' Association (CFLPA) is thrilled to announce Royal Retros, a renowned producer of high-quality retro and nostalgic sports apparel, as the official merchandise partner of the CFLPA. This 3-year partnership will mark a significant collaboration aimed at expanding the CFLPA's brand presence and celebrating its storied history.

Live on their website effective immediately, Royal Retros has produced a line of CFLPA-branded apparel.  Alongside this, player-led initiatives and designs are being currently developed to ensure that our members remain at the heart of the collaboration, giving fans even more opportunities to engage with CFL athletes both on and off the field. This merchandise will reflect the dynamic energy and rich history of the CFL and its players.

As part of this venture, CFLPA historical merchandise is also in the works. Fans will soon be able to purchase exclusive items that celebrate iconic moments in CFL history, including CFLPA All-Star apparel, honouring the league's top performers from each season. This collection aims to credit the players who have left a legacy on the game, while allowing fans to proudly display their passion for the CFL and their favourite players.

"This partnership with Royal Retros is a fantastic opportunity for us to provide fans with a direct connection to our players’ unique interests and designs as well as with our history," said CFLPA President, Solomon Elimimian. "We are excited to work with a brand that prioritizes quality, and fan engagement. Together, we look forward to creating something special for our players and fans alike."

The first wave of CFLPA-branded products is now available for purchase through Royal Retros' official website, with more collections and exciting player-driven initiatives to be revealed in the coming months.

About the CFLPA: The Canadian Football League Players’ Association (CFLPA) is the union for professional football players in the Canadian Football League (CFL). Since 1965, the Association has worked to establish fair and reasonable working conditions while protecting the rights of all CFL players. In addition to negotiating and enforcing the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CFLPA provides a variety of member services, builds corporate and community partnerships, and works diligently for the betterment of its membership. For the latest news regarding the CFLPA, please visit www.cflpa.com or follow us on social media @CFLPA.  

About Royal Retros: Royal Retros is a leading producer of nostalgic sports apparel, who specializes in authentic retro designs that celebrate the heritage of teams and players from various leagues. Known for commitment to quality, Royal Retros has become a trusted name among sports fans and collectors. For more information about Royal Retros and to browse their entire collection, please visit CFLPA – Royal Retros
  

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For More Information - CFLPA Media Contact:   
Brendan Heisler, CFLPA Office | b.heisler@cflpa.com | (647) 453-4848