Some of the earliest college and professional sports gear is presented in an easy-to-find, chronological format and 600 beautiful color photos. Chosen from the best collections in America, these fantastic relics tell the true story of the sports developing over 100 years to their present passionate status among fans of all ages. See survivors of the earliest games, including a baseball jersey from the 1870s, a football from 1885, and a basketball rim from 1910. Together with many balls, gloves, shoes, safety equipment, pennants, trophies, and other equipment from many teams, this comprehensive record will fascinate fans of all sports categories and inspire today's designers.
Reader Reviews
If you are a baseball, basketball or football fan, particularly a history fan, this is the book for you. Great photos and interesting captions. I learned a lot about the evolution of equipment and tidbits the games themselves. Amazing photographs of equipment you would normally never see in person.
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