Under Armour Pulls 'Band of Ballers' Shirt From Shelves After Receiving Criticism
BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- After receiving criticism over a T-shirt's design, Baltimore-based Under Armour has pulled the 'Band of Ballers' from its shelves.
The company released a statement via Twitter on Saturday:
Under Armour has the utmost respect and admiration for active duty service men and women and veterans who have served our country. (1/3)
— Under Armour (@UnderArmour) May 16, 2015
We deeply regret and apologize the release of a shirt that is not reflective of our commitment to support & honor our country's heroes (2/3)
— Under Armour (@UnderArmour) May 16, 2015
We have taken the necessary steps to remove this shirt, and any related shirts, from all retail and ensure this doesn't happen again. (3/3)
— Under Armour (@UnderArmour) May 16, 2015
Some criticized that the "Band of Ballers" shirt is offensive to servicemen and the military, reducing their efforts during World War II. The shirt depicts the iconic image of a group of servicemen raising the U.S. flag on Iwo Jima, but Under Armour's version-- it's a group of basketball players raising a hoop.
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