About

Ball Was Life is a uniquely curated retail shop set around the theme of basketball and the love for the game. The shop offers hard-to-find vintage basketball apparel, accessories, cards and collectibles, quirky novelty items, and an entire wall of sneakers. The 90’s were our childhood and that inner-child basketball fanatic lives here! Relive years of nostalgia and good memories from the past and present. We're located in the heart of Portland's renowned Hawthorne District, known for its eclectic boutiques and eateries. Come visit the shop in-person where we value your experience at the utmost importance.