
Autographed leather football commemorating Tennessee Volunteers 1998 National Championship
History
This football commemorates the University of Tennessee Volunteers' 1998 National Championship season, when the team finished 13-0 under head coach Phillip Fulmer and won the first BCS National Championship. The season featured quarterback Peyton Manning's successor Tee Martin and remains one of the most celebrated moments in Tennessee football history. The football appears to bear multiple signatures, likely from players or coaches associated with that championship team. Signed championship memorabilia from the 1998 Tennessee Volunteers season holds significant appeal for college football collectors, particularly Tennessee alumni and SEC sports enthusiasts. These items represent a historic moment in college football and are highly valued by collectors who appreciate authenticated sports memorabilia from championship seasons. The combination of signatures and the championship designation makes such items desirable display pieces for serious sports memorabilia collectors.
Origin
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
Maker
Rawlings or similar sporting goods manufacturer
Time period
1998