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Plaque, Award

Object number2007.166.1

Manufacturer Abacus

OriginHampden, MA

MediumPlastic; Metal; Ink; Paper; Felt

Credit LineGift of Baron "BB" Flenory

DescriptionAward plaque. Rectangular black thick plastic with silver metal plaque. Engraved in black on gold on front is award text including Parade sports logo. On back: rectangular white maker sticker label. Back lined with black felt; two slits for hanging vertically or horizontally.Dimensions8.875 x 0.75 x 11.875 in. (22.5 x 1.9 x 30.2 cm)
InscriptionsEngraved in black on gold: "PARADE / 1976 All-American / High School / Boys Basketball Team / [Parade sports logo] / PARADE Magazine is pleased to name / Baron Flenory / to this unique roster of All-Americans / in recognition of outstanding / athletic achievement and sportsmanship. / [signature] Walter... / CHAIRMAN & CEO".
MarksOn back: rectangular white sticker label: "[top center] Abacus / [left: telephone & fax numbers] / [center] P.O. Box 599 / 28 Somers Road, / Hampden, MA 01036 / [right: toll free number and email address]".
Historical NotesA native Pittsburgher, Baron "BB" Flenory, played basketball for Duquesne University from 1977-1980. He was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 1989. Flenory received this plaque from Parade Magazine in recognition of his skills on the court during his high school years.

Previous owner Baron Flenory

Related institution All-America Basketball Team

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