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Mascot HistoryThe tradition of Willie the Wildcat was established in 1924 when Wallace Abbey of the Chicago Tribune wrote, "The Northwestern football team fought like wildcats yesterday." The name so expressed the fighting spirit of the team that the name Wildcats was officially adopted as the University's athletic nickname.
The first Willie was designed by Alpha Delts Frank Willard, John Balch, Rog
Johnson and Bill Henning for their homecoming float in 1947. They designed the
head while their mothers sewed the rear section of the costume. In 1948, two
women students wore the Willie costume. Notre Dame had a standing rule
forbidding women on the field, so Willie was stopped at the gates of the South
Bend stadium. After a lengthy conference, the officials gave the women special
permission to appear. The fate of Willie did not improve when in 1949 Purdue
male cheerleaders, not realizing that two woman were Willie, picked up the
wildcat and threw it into their boilermaker mascot. Apologies were made after
hearing feminine shrieks. Since its inception in
1947, Willie the Wildcat's appearance has undergone many changes, but still
remains Northwestern University's athletic nickname.
Mascot Headcover Individual mascot headcover, depicting the collegiate mascot, features a patented expandable inner sock lining to ensure a proper fit on your golf club, a new expandable two-color sock that provides maximum shaft protection and is embroidered with collegiate trademark. Designed to fit up to a 460cc driver.
Windsheer II Auto-Open Umbrella62" WindSheer II Auto-Open Umbrella with patented "Wind-Release System"?to prevent inverting during a storm or high winds. Features reinforced fiberglass shaft and a 100% rubber ergonomic handle for control and comfort. Push Button auto-open feature allows easy and effortless opening. Collegiate trademark printed on front and back panels.
Graphite Headcovers (Set of 3) Set of three headcovers, constructed of durable nylon, features new expandable socks that provide maximum shaft protection. Three different sizes ensure a proper fit on your clubs and the #1 headcover is designed to fit up to a 460cc driver. Embroidered with three collegiate trademarks on each headcover. Embroidered numbering system of 1, 3, and X.
Printed Hemmed Towel Standard weight 16" x 26" printed towel, made of durable 100% cotton. Features a center placement brass grommet and hook that allows for easy access and keeps towel off the ground. Printed with collegiate trademark.
Embroidered Tri-Fold TowelPremium weight 16" x 26" embroidered tri-fold towel made of sheared 100% cotton velour. Features a swivel clip attachment. Embroidered with collegiate trademark.
Jacquard Towel Heavyweight 16" x 24" woven jacquard towel, made of sheared 100% cotton velour, provides maximum absorption. Features a center placement swivel clip that allows for easy access and keeps towel off the ground. Woven with collegiate trademark and word marks.
Putter CoverPutter cover made of durable nylon with foam padding and fleece lining is embroidered with collegiate trademark. The patented "Shaft Gripper? easily releases to allow quick single-handed removal from your putter.
Mallet Putter CoverMallet putter cover, constructed of durable nylon with foam padding and fleece lining, fits right or left-handed, standard or center shaft mallet putter. Embroidered with collegiate trademark.
Lettermans Cooler Cart Bag - Elevated 9?top with 14 individual club dividers
- Insulated cooler pocket with drainage system
- 840D Nailhead nylon construction for protection from wear, tear and the elements
- External putter well
- 8 front-facing zippered pockets, including a velour-lined valuables pocket
- 6 mesh pockets that provide additional storage for accessories
- 2 upper handles to assist in placing bag on golf cart
and one lower handle for ease of lifting bag into horizontal storage
- 4 prominently displayed embroidered collegiate trademarks
- Padded shoulder strap
- Umbrella holder
- Towel ring
- Rain hood
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