Jersey, Softball
Object number2023.147.8
Manufacturer
Empire Sporting Goods
Date1979
OriginNew York City, NY
MediumNylon; Fabric; Paint
Credit LineGift of Susan Stead
DescriptionWomen's nylon fabric softball jersey, size 38-40. V-neck with white and baby blue striped knit neckline. Black nylon torso. Shoulders and short-sleeves are baby blue and white nylon mesh. Front has white team name; text is underlined in white with black sponsor name on the underline. Back has white city name.DimensionsHeight x Width: 27.625 x 30.75 in. (70.2 x 78.1 cm)InscriptionsFront has white text "Debs"; text is underlined in white with black text in the underline "M-M LOUNGE".
Back has white text "PITTSBURGH".
MarksTag inside back at top center has white, red, and blue printed text on the front "empire / SPORTING GOODS / N.Y.C. 10013 / 38-40 / 100% NYLON / UNION MADE RN 3292 / Care Instructions Over" and care instructions on the reverse.
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
On View
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c. 1970
