Look and feel just like the pros with Admiral: the first sportswear brand in soccer, worn by legends since 1914. The Norwich Ref Short features our VAPORLITE performance, side seam pockets and hip pocket with Velcro closure. The Admiral brand and its heritage are legendary. The first sportswear brand in soccer, founded 1914 in Leicester in the UK, Admiral has a rich and storied history in both football and fashion, one that includes producing the kits for many major clubs and national teams around the world (including the England national team). Today the brand is focused on providing the best performance and retro-inspired sports fashion in the industry with the quality and attention to detail that its customers have come to expect.