Buffalo Allen - New Japan '77 Hoodie

Wear the Legacy of a True Pioneer

In 1976, Allen Coage stood on the Olympic podium in Montreal, a bronze medal around his neck—the first African-American to medal in judo. But for Coage, this was just the beginning. Driven by an insatiable hunger to test himself, he traveled to Japan in 1977 to train at New Japan Pro-Wrestling's legendary dojo under the watchful eyes of Antonio Inoki and Seiji Sakaguchi.

In those unforgiving training sessions, Coage merged his Olympic-level judo with the theatrical power of professional wrestling. Though he initially wrestled as "Buffalo Allen," he was forging the foundation for what would become his iconic persona: Bad News Allen (later Bad News Brown). This tee captures that pivotal moment—when an Olympic champion transformed into a wrestling legend.

Officially licensed by the Allen Coage Estate

Premium Features:

• Heavyweight fleece construction for superior warmth and durability
• Soft interior lining for all-day comfort
• Classic fit with adjustable drawstring hood
• Kangaroo pocket for convenience
• Vintage-inspired graphics celebrating wrestling history
• Ribbed cuffs and waistband for lasting shape retention

Perfect for training sessions, casual wear, or showing your appreciation for one of wrestling's most legitimate tough guys. The Buffalo Allen hoodie isn't just apparel—it's a conversation starter about a true pioneer who bridged the gap between Olympic judo and professional wrestling.

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