Patch, Insignia

Object number2007.42.3

Date1951

MediumCotton; felt

Credit LineGift of Carrie Fleming

DescriptionGold cotton letter patch with blue felt backing, in the shape of "W". Embroidered proper right top is year and on front middle is commemorative text inside wavy banner. Back lined with beige canvas.Dimensions8.25 x 7.875 in. (21 x 20 cm)
InscriptionsPatch in the shape of "W".

Embroidered proper right top: "51"; on front middle: "[inside wavy banner] CHAMPS".
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Historical NotesWestinghouse High School letter patch. The late Ed Fleming was a 1951 graduate of Westinghouse High School. He became the first African American basketball player at Niagara University in New York. He was a third round draft choice in the NBA, going to the Rochester Royals in 1955. His career ended in 1960, having also played for the Minneapolis Lakers. In 1968, Fleming became the basketball coach at Westinghouse High School. Collection was donated by his wife, Carrie Fleming.

Related person Ed Fleming

Related institution Westinghouse High School

Related institution Niagara University

Related institution National Basketball Association

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