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Gift of Harrison Jenkins, 2004.34.9, Connecticut Historical Society, Public Domain
Man's Wrestling Shoe
Gift of Harrison Jenkins, 2004.34.9, Connecticut Historical Society, Public Domain

Man's Wrestling Shoe

Shoemaker (founded 1977)
Date1993
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 6 1/4 x 3 3/4 x 11in. (15.9 x 9.5 x 27.9cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Harrison Jenkins
Object number2004.34.9
DescriptionMan's black wrestling shoe with criss-crossing white stripes on each side and green lettering on the heel. The sole and the interior are lime green. There are two small stripes of purple on the shoe: one in the front at the base of the laces; and one on the back above the heel.
NotesHistorical Note: Mike Kocsis of Philipsburg, New Jersey, was an athletic training major at Central Connecticut State University. As a member of the wrestling team, he made his third straight appearance in the NCAA Division I championships in 1993. He completed the year with a 20-5 record and also won his third conference title and the ECWA championships. (Hudson 7/27/2006)
Status
Not on view
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