City Connect uniforms are designed to celebrate the deep-rooted history, culture and spirit of a teams city. In the third season named the Guardians, the organization wanted to pay tribute to how it got its moniker: The Guardians of Traffic statues on the Hope Memorial Bridge.

The Guardians goal was to design a simple concept that honored their history with a modern flair. But the most important message to portray was how Clevelanders wear the pride of their city like a badge of honor