1967-68 ABA Pittsburgh Pipers Worn Shooting Shirt
(ABA's Inaugural Season • Championship Season)
The Pittsburgh Pipers’ Historic 1967-68 ABA Championship Shooting Shirt
A Landmark Season in Basketball History
The 1967-68 season marked the inaugural campaign for the American Basketball Association (ABA) and the Pittsburgh Pipers. This newly formed team made an indelible mark on basketball history by achieving an extraordinary feat in their debut season. The Pipers, led by the legendary Connie Hawkins, posted an impressive 54-24 record, the best in the regular season. Hawkins, an ABA MVP and Hall of Famer, dazzled fans with his remarkable performance, averaging 26.8 points per game. His leadership and skill propelled the Pipers to the first-ever ABA Finals, where they triumphed over the New Orleans Buccaneers in a thrilling seven-game series. Hawkins’ brilliance earned him the Finals MVP honors, and the Pipers secured the first ABA Championship, a title that remains Pittsburgh’s only professional basketball championship to this day.
An Iconic Piece of Sports Memorabilia
The Pittsburgh Pipers’ shooting shirt from this historic season is a rare and significant artifact in the world of basketball memorabilia. This remarkable piece is adorned with the word “pipers” across the back, with the dot on the “i” cleverly designed as a basketball, all in blue on white tackle twill with orange chain-stitch embroidery on the basketball. The shirt is properly tagged, presented to us as worn, and in our opinion, shows wear, adding to its authenticity and allure.
- Historical Significance: Represents the first ABA Championship in history.
- Iconic Player: Associated with Connie Hawkins, a Hall of Famer and ABA MVP.
- Unique Design: Features distinctive embroidery and design elements.
- Condition and Provenance: The shirt is properly tagged and shows wear, enhancing its historical value.
A Legacy of Excellence
The Pittsburgh Pipers’ shooting shirt is not just a piece of fabric; it is a testament to a season of triumph and a legacy of excellence. This artifact embodies the spirit of the ABA’s early years and the remarkable achievements of the Pipers. As a collector, acquiring this shirt means owning a piece of basketball history, a symbol of the Pipers’ enduring legacy and their place in the annals of the sport.
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