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JY149

Jersey

CIC

Thia Markson

1982

Jersey, B.A.T.S. 1982. Worn by Willie Moore (forward). From B.A.T.S. v Old Blues. White with blue hoops (i.e. reverse of regular design) rugby style jersey with white collar. Black 'B.A.T.S' logo sewn on left breast. No number on reverse. Small tear at base of collar. Stain on right elbow.

A one-of-a-kind jersey, specifically made for “the championship at the Monterey Tournament as novelty surprise” against the B.A.T.S historic rivals, the Old Blues. According to former B.A.T.S. player, Willie Moore that before the match the Old Blues had asked the BATS to change jerseys to avoid a kit clash. In a koey response, they had some of these jerseys made – white and blue rather than blue and white!

1982, B.A.T.S, USA Rugby