Sferovolos Unisex classic Cotton t-shirt

The term "sferovolos" in ancient Greece refers to the sport of shot put, a track and field event where athletes throw a heavy spherical object called a "shot" as far as possible. Ancient Greek athletes would have used stones or heavy metal balls in similar throwing events, showcasing their strength and skill.

In ancient Greece, athletic competitions were an essential part of the Olympic Games, celebrating physical prowess and honoring the gods. Events like the shot put would have been part of the broader pentathlon, which included running, jumping, and throwing disciplines.

Today, the shot put is a standard event in the modern Olympic Games, featuring both male and female competitors. Athletes use a technique that involves a combination of strength, technique, and explosive power to propel the shot from a designated circle. The goal is to achieve the greatest distance while adhering to specific rules and techniques.

The continuity of shot put from ancient Greece to the present-day Olympics highlights the enduring appeal of this test of strength and precision, celebrating human athleticism across millennia.

• 100% cotton
• Fabric weight: 5.0–5.3 oz/yd² (170-180 g/m²)
• Open-end yarn
• Tubular fabric
• Taped neck and shoulders
•  Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem
• Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
  
• Handmade to order just for you!
• No returns, non-refundable
• Please measure yourself to make sure you order the right size
• Designed in Greece
• Produced and shipped from the European Union

The sizes correspond to a smaller size in the US market, so US customers should order a size up.

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