Objects of Substance - Knickerbockers

1971 A Grade Softball team in new uniform with knickerbockers.

Back row: Glenda Stewart, Pauline Harvey (captain) Jane Allen, Anna Beveridge

Front row: Heather Bell, Pam Purvis, Delfine Weatherall, Julie Enright.

This uniform prevailed throughout the 1970s and 80s when the top was adopted by Grammar athletes for both athletics and cross country. Several improvements were added across the ‘80s with gaiters added over short socks, eventually transitioning into full length socks giving the illusion of gaiters and eliminating another item of clothing. A new Physical Education top with short sleeves and collar was introduced into the sports uniform and adopted by the softballers in 1984. Once again, a comfortable alternative and one less piece of clothing for the athlete to lose!