Glove, Softball
Object number2023.147.1
Manufacturer
Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc.
Date1970-1979
MediumLeather; Fabric; Metal; Paint
Credit LineGift of Susan Stead
DescriptionBrown leather softball glove, Fastback model. Fits left hand. Glove's web is comprised of woven leather strips. Index finger hole. Brown painted grommets and metal fittings around wrist. DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 11.625 x 9.25 x 4 in. (29.5 x 23.5 x 10.2 cm)MarksBack of wrist has red fabric label with faded gold embroidered text "Rawlings".
Red and black fabric label to the right of the index finger hole has faded gold embroidered text "R".
Imprinted text on back of glove above index finger hole is largely illegible: "... / PAT. NO. ... / ...OL... / PAT NO. ..."
Back of glove has imprinted text along left edge of pinky finger "Softball Size".
Back side of glove has imprinted text to the right of the webbing "EDGE - U - CATED HEEL / PAT. NO. 2,995,757".
Inside glove has imprinted text along edge of pinky finger " "The Finest In The Field!" ".
Inside pocket of glove has imprinted text "FASTBACK / MODEL / ... / XFG / Rawlings" and "DEEP WELL".
Historical NotesSoftball glove used by Sue Stead from 1970s to 1985. Label TextThe East End Debs softball team, founded in 1965 and active until 1985, had more than 80 girls and women players who contributed to the team’s success. In 1969, after winning their fourth consecutive Greater Pittsburgh championship, the Debs qualified for the final game at nationals, but lost 5-0. Four members of the team were chosen as All-Stars. The following year, the Debs captured their first national championship, beating the Pittsburgh Orioles 5-1. Sue Stead was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament. In 1971, the Debs won it all again. Jeri Riedel, named MVP of the national championship, allowed only six hits in five games during the tournament. The team added another national and multiple regional titles through the years, creating a reputation for excellence.
Previous owner
Susan Stead
Related institution
East End Debs
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