Meet Diehard Local: An Inside Look at Who We Are

A Locally Owned Business with Hometown Pride

Welcome to Diehard Local, your go-to destination for 100% cotton T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, and other merchandise made to order just for you. Though our current lineup includes northeast Ohio towns, such as Avon Lake, Beachwood, Hudson, Lakewood, North Ridgeville, and more, we also supply items for any location nationwide, making it easy for you to find exactly what you’re searching for.

So, whether you’re looking to purchase a gift for your friends or family, or want to treat yourself to a new T-shirt, know that just some of the best places to wear your apparel include the following:

  • Sporting events
  • Local festivals
  • Family gatherings
  • Restaurants and cafes
  • And more!

To take it even a step further, you can even wear your apparel on vacation to showcase your hometown spirit, no matter where you are!

About Our Team

As a family-owned company based in Cleveland, Ohio, our team is passionate about supplying comfortable T-shirts, hoodies, and other apparel for those who want to express their hometown pride.

Meet John Sammon

John Sammon is the founder of Diehard Local. He received his master’s degree in visual communication and specialization in interactive multimedia from Ohio University, where he also spent some time teaching online marketing to students after graduation. John also has over 22 years of experience implementing digital marketing strategies through his work in SEO, PPC, and website design, which he considers both his strengths and passions.

Along with his creative passions and endeavors, John also owns and operates Sixth City Marketing, a digital marketing agency that helps companies in various industries achieve their SEO and PPC goals and accumulate the greatest ROI imaginable. Outside of work, John enjoys walking his dog, Bernie, hacking up an Ohio golf course, and spending time with his wife and three young children.

Start Shopping for Your Hometown Apparel

If you’re interested in representing your hometown with our selection of comfortable and durable apparel, browse our selection today. And if you have any questions regarding our product line or business as a whole, contact us directly, as we’d be happy to assist you!

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