Lot Number:
68
Item Location:
Tacoma, Wa (University Place)
Preview Date/Time:
NO PREVIEW
Pickup Date/Time:
Sunday, December 21st - (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM - By Appointment
Start Date/Time:
12/13/25, 7:00 AM
End Date/Time:
12/19/25, 7:09:00 PM
Current Bid:
$206.00
Minimum Bid:
Auction has ended.
Buyer's Premium: 15% will be added to the final price.
Description:
This vintage Hutch Notre Dame Fighting Irish team-signed football features dozens of authentic player signatures from the 1970–1971 Notre Dame football era, including several standout names from one of the most historic periods in Irish football.
Signatures are hand-signed in ink across all panels and include numerous identifiable players and coaches from the late-1960s/early-1970s roster. This ball displays the blue ND logo and retains its original laces. A rare and highly collectible piece for Notre Dame fans and college football historians.
Key Identified Signatures (Visible in Photos):
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Walt Patulski – 1971 Heisman Runner-Up & 1972 NFL #1 Draft Pick
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Clarence Ellis – 1971 Consensus All-American
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Mike Creaney – TE, 1969–1971
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Bill Etter – QB, 1969–1971
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Mike Creaney – TE, 1969–1971
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Ed Ziegler / Ed Zylger – ND roster, late 60s
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Joe Yonto – Legendary ND Defensive Line Coach (1964–1985)
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Paul Sharratts
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Mike Creaney
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Mark Brenneman
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Jack Clements
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Jeff Browne
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Mike Kadrick
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Willie Townsend
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Additional signatures appear throughout and may correspond with the 1970 & 1971 Notre Dame rosters.
These names collectively align strongly with the Ara Parseghian coaching era, specifically the 1970–1971 seasons. This makes the ball historically significant, especially with standout players like Patulski and Ellis.
Condition Notes:
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Football shows age-related wear consistent with vintage memorabilia.
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Some signatures have light fading due to age.
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One seam area shows discoloration and cracking (see photos).
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Ball currently deflated for preservation.
Details:
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Era: 1970–1971 Notre Dame Football (Ara Parseghian era)
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Brand: Hutch – Made in U.S.A.
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Type: Team-signed presentation football
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Signatures: Dozens; many identifiable players
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A rare opportunity to own a multi-signature ball from one of Notre Dame’s strongest all-time rosters.
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