Jersey, Softball
Object number2023.147.5
Manufacturer
The Powers Manufacturing Company
Date1977-1978
MediumSynthetic fabric
Credit LineGift of Susan Stead
DescriptionWomen's baby blue synthetic fabric softball jersey, size 40. Short-sleeve. V-neck. Black and white striped neckline and cuffs. Rounded waist hem. Front has applied white and black fabric underlined team name. Back has applied white and black fabric sponsor name and player number.DimensionsHeight x Width: 25.875 x 29.5 in. (65.7 x 74.9 cm)InscriptionsFront has applied white text outlined in black "Debs"; text is underlined in white.
Back has applied white text outlined in black "M&M / 10 / LOUNGE".
MarksTag inside back at top center has black printed text "POWERS / 40".
Inside jersey along proper left side seam is white fabric tag with black and red printed text "... / CIO / UNITED GARMENT / WORKERS AMERICA / 1001627".
Historical NotesEast End Debs softball jersey 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
Related institution
United Garment Workers of America
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c. 2013
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