Jacket
Object number2023.147.4
Manufacturer
Howe Athletic Apparel
Date1976-1977
OriginMemphis, TN
MediumNylon, Acetate; Fabric; Metal
Credit LineGift of Susan Stead
DescriptionWomen's black nylon softball uniform jacket, size Large. Long-sleeve. Knit collar, cuffs, and waist are striped black, white, and baby blue. Seven (7) black metal snaps down front opening. One pocket on front of each hip. Back has applied blue and white fabric team name that is underlined; embroidered blue sponsor name on the underline. Proper left sleeve has applied blue and white player number patches. Lined with white acetate and nylon fabric lining.DimensionsHeight x Width (height including sleeves; width at waist): 28.5 x 14.125 in. (72.4 x 35.9 cm)InscriptionsBack has applied white text outlined in blue "Debs"; text is underlined and there is embroidered blue text on the underline "M&M".
Proper left sleeve has applied white number patches outlined in blue: "65".
MarksTag inside back at top center has blue printed text on front "HOWE / ATHLETIC / APPAREL / L / MEMPHIS TENNESSEE / MADE IN U.S.A." and on reverse "[care instructions] / SHELL: 100% NYLON / LINING IF ANY: 80% ACETATE / 20% NYLON".
Inside proper right hip pocket is white tag with printed red text "20...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
East End Debs
Related institution
M & M Lounge
Terms
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c. 1970
c. 1973
