Jacket
Object number2023.147.9
Manufacturer
West Wind
Manufacturer
Buccaneer
Date1973-1977
MediumNylon, Fabric; Metal; Ink
Credit LineGift of Susan Stead
DescriptionWomen's off-white nylon softball uniform jacket, size Large. Collared. Long-sleeve. Knit cuffs. Six (6) white metal snaps down front opening. Waist has off-white shoelace drawstring. One pocket on front of each hip. Lined with white fabric. Back has underlined black sponsor and team name. Proper left upper sleeve has applied black fabric player number.DimensionsHeight x Width (Width between shoulder seams): 33.375 x 19.375 in. (84.8 x 49.2 cm)InscriptionsBack has black underlined text "M&M Debs".
Proper left sleeve has applied black fabric numbers "65".
MarksTag inside back at top center has blue and black embroidered text "West Wind L / WOMEN"S / [care instructions] / MFD. BY BUCCANEER".
Historical NotesEast End Debs athletic jacket from the mid-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
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c. 1970
c. 1973