Nice trio of college football game used helmets
from three storied programs in the state of Texas, where football is king. The group comes
from the museum collection at the San Diego Hall
of Champions, which sourced many directly from the annual Holiday Bowl game played locally, and includes the following.
University of Texas Longhorns: Riddell-looking helmet (logo not shown) with "98" dated mask clips. UT played in Holiday Bowl 2000, 2001 &
2003. Based on #1 decal on back, it is attributed to WR Bryant White (1998), CB Ervis Hill
(1999-2001), QB Chris Simms (2000-01), DT Larry Dibbles (2002) WR Sloan
Thomas (2002-03) or CB Erick Jackson (2003). Shows moderate use inside and out.
Texas A&M Aggies: Riddell helmet stamped "99 2005" inside with "06 05" manufacturer's date. Mask clips
dated "05". 10th Anniversary Big 12 decal on back means it was likely worn during 2005 season. Team played
in 2006 Holiday Bowl. #99 player unknown. Comes with customized protective glass visor made by Nike. Shows solid game use. Very nice example.
Texas Tech Red Raiders: Air helmet has clips dated "00" with 2000 re-certified sticker inside along with "N.SMITH"
Dymo label. According to SDHOC, helmet was acquired
following a Holiday Bowl, but Tech didn't play in it until 2004. Shows solid game use throughout.
Letter of provenance from San Diego Hall of Champions.