The Cape Cod Buccaneers were the fourth team that tried, and quickly failed, to make themselves a home at the Cape Cod Coliseum in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts. Before them came the Cubs, Codders, and Freedoms. The Buccaneers joined the upstart ACHL in 1981, a league that popped up a few years and in some of the same cities as the NAHL, which folded in 1977. While the ACHL would last for seven seasons, there was always a lot of upheaval as teams came and went from the league. This was no different for the Buccaneers, who came to be for the league's first season of 1981-82 but would only survive for 39 games. The season got off to a rough start, as two ACHL teams folded after playing less than 10 games, leaving 5 to complete the season. The league decided that instead of finished the full slate of games that season, it would cut the season short in February and proceed to a playoff tournament. The Buccaneers opted out and folded themselves on February 1st, 1982, while the remaining four teams completed the playoff, won by the Mohawk Valley Stars. One notable Buccaneers alum is former NHL referee Paul Stewart, who played five games for them. This would make a unique gift for the Cape Codder in your life or a neat find for yourself of a vintage hockey team from Massachusetts. Free standard shipping on all orders shipped to the USA.Questions about us or our products? Check out our FAQ. Learn more >>--About the sweatshirt from the manufacturer: Made with a thick blend of cotton and polyester, it feels plush, soft and warm, a perfect choice for any cold day. In the front, the spacious kangaroo pocket adds daily practicality while the hood's drawstring is the same color as the base sweater for extra style points. Garment: Gildan 18500 Classic fit Runs true to size Medium-heavy fabric (8.0 oz/yd² (271 g/m²)) 50% cotton, 50% polyester Tear-away label
