The Philadelphia sporting goods store Mitchell & Ness was started in 1904 by wrestling and tennis champion Frank P. Mitchell and his friend Charle M. Ness. In 1933 they began manufacturing gear for the baseball team Philadelphia Eagles and later on Mitchell & Ness becomes a license supplier for both the NBA, NFL, MBL and NHL. In the 80's Mitchell & Ness is one of the key acts to make sport clothing a serious threat for conventional fashion brands and today Mitchell & Ness is a respected brand worn with pride by both athletes, celebrities and fan of american sports history. www.mitchellandness.com