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Vintage 1970s Powers Shepherd College Rams Game-Worn Basketball Uniform Set
An exceptional, piece of West Virginia college sports history! This authentic 1970s two-piece game-used uniform was manufactured by Powers Physical Education (Powers Mfg. Co.) for Shepherd College (now Shepherd University) in Shepherdstown, WV.
HISTORIC CONTEXT: Based on the Powers tagging, style, and design elements, this uniform is highly consistent with the era of the legendary, record-shattering 1975–1976 Shepherd men's basketball team. That historic squad coached by Bob Starkey went 33–3, captured the NCAA Division III South Atlantic Regional Championship, and set all-time school victory records.
Item Details:
- Brand: Powers Physical Education / Powers Mfg. Co.
- Jersey Details: Classic heavy-duty nylon mesh body with beautiful script tackle-twill "Shepherd" embroidered spell-out across the front. Front and back display stitched number 43. Features a vintage Powers size "42" tag with a "4" extra length indicator sewn on the lower front hem.
- Shorts Details: Matching sky blue stretch nylon dazzle knit with a thick elastic black and gold striped waistband, side stripes, and classic curved athletic leg cuts. Features an original Powers size "34" fabric tag on the inside waistband.
Approximate Flat Measurements:
- Jersey Chest (Pit to Pit): 19 inches
- Jersey Length (Collar to Bottom Hem): 31 inches
- Shorts Waist (Unstretched to Stretched): 13 to 17 inches (Tagged size 34, fits roughly size 28-32 waist comfortably due to vintage sizing)
Condition Details:
- Excellent vintage game-used condition with amazing display value.
- Mesh and knit fabrics are robust and solid. Stitched lettering and numbering are securely attached with light, natural fraying.
- Shows minor signs of historical court wear and faint storage spot-toning on the back of the shorts, adding true authentic sports character. Elastic in the shorts waistband remains functional.
Please review all high-resolution photos provided to evaluate the exact cosmetic condition and dimensions prior to purchasing. Shipped securely to protect the delicate tackle twill graphics. A must-have centerpiece for any Powers athletic collector, Shepherd University alumni, West Virginia sports historian, or vintage apparel curator!
