Jacket
Object number2023.147.3
Datec. 1970
OriginUnited States of America
MediumNylon, Fabric; Metal
Credit LineGift of Susan Stead
DescriptionWomen's royal blue nylon softball uniform jacket, size 38. Long-sleeve. Stand-up collar. Seven (7) navy blue-black metal snaps down front opening. White, royal blue, and black striped knit around neckline, shoulders, waist, and cuffs. One pocket on front of each hip. Proper left chest has white embroidered name. Proper right chest has circular embroidered championship patch (black, white, navy blue, and red) above rectangular black and white date patch. Back has applied white fabric team name.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth (On form): 24 x 23 x 12 in. (61 x 58.4 x 30.5 cm)Height x Width (Flat; Width between shoulder seams): 26.5 x 17.5 in. (67.3 x 44.5 cm)
InscriptionsCircular patch on proper right chest has navy blue, white, and red embroidered text "WORLD CHAMPS / 19 71 / USSSA / SLO-PITCH SOFTBALL".
Rectangular patch on proper right chest has black embroidered text "1970".
Proper left chest has white embroidered text "Sue".
Back has white applied text "East End / Debs".
MarksTag inside back at top center has black text "38 / WPL-7232 / MADE IN U.S.A."
Historical NotesEast End Debs athletic jacket from the 1970s. 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
United States Specialty Sports Association
Related institution
East End Debs
Terms
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c. 1973
