Objects of Substance - Knickerbockers

2002 Geordan Shannon receiving the Open pennant.

As fabrics improved, the caerarella pants material was replaced with a thicker, more durable cloth for the knickerbockers. When Geordie Shannon was asked to reflect on her first impressions as a Year Eight Grammar softballer she said “I remember being eager to connect with other students across grades and houses, and to be able to operate at a skill level that was challenging yet supported. I also really liked the uniform!” (Email 31.01.24) In 2004, shorts made of this royal blue polyester pique fabric with a knitted white keyline stripe stitched down each side were introduced. The 2004 captain, Kate Martin, was proud of the new uniform and being part of the QGSSSA competition. Kate comments “ Some of my fondest memories of being a Grammar Girl are those from QG softball both as a player, a Captain (2004) and as a coach. The softball community amongst the QG schools and beyond was unmatched and some of my closest friends to this day were developed on the softball field. ” (Email 30.01.24)