This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/20/2011
Unquestionably, the greatest athlete in UMass history, Julius Erving, known simply to the world as "Dr. J," played basketball for two seasons under legendary head coach and fellow UMass Hall of Famer Jack Leaman from 1969-71. During his two seasons, Erving averaged an astounding 26.3 points and 20.2 rebounds per contest. Incredibly, only once in his 52 career games did he fail to record a double-double. Erving turned pro following his junior year, but not before leading UMass to two Yankee Conference titles and its first two appearances in the National Invitation Tournament (NIT). Along with Trigger Burke and all-time scoring leader Lou Roe, Erving remains one of only three Minutemen to have his jersey number retired. He was inducted into the UMass Athletic Hall of Fame in 1980. Erving returned to UMass in 1986 to finish his undergraduate degree.
Offered her is Erving's graduation tassel from his 1986 Umass commencement ceremony. The maroon tassel features a gold colored charm with the year designation “’86”. Accompanying the tassel is Erving’s own 14k gold Umass basketball charm. The sizable charm measures 1” by 1” square.
Includes a signed LOA from Julius Erving.