1989 Heisman Trophy Winner, NCAA Record-Breaker & College Football Hall of Famer: Andre Ware Autographed Houston Cougars Throwback Riddell Full Size Speed Replica Helmet with "'89 Heisman" Inscription
Celebrate one of the most explosive and revolutionary quarterbacks in college football history with this official Andre Ware Autographed Houston Cougars Throwback Riddell Full Size Speed Replica Helmet. Hand-signed in bold permanent marker across the classic white shell by 1989 Heisman Trophy winner, consensus All-American, College Football Hall of Fame inductee, and Houston legend Andre Ware (#11). Elevating its historical significance for collectors, Ware hand-wrote his landmark career achievement inscription, "'89 Heisman," directly alongside his signature.
Operating the legendary "Run and Shoot" offense at the University of Houston in 1989, Andre Ware put together one of the most astonishing passing seasons ever recorded, throwing for 4,699 yards and 46 touchdowns while breaking 26 NCAA records in a single magical campaign. Becoming the first African American quarterback to capture college football's most coveted award, Ware cemented his place in sports history. Built on Riddell's official Speed Replica template in Houston's classic retro red-and-white Cougars shell finish with vintage decals, steel facemask, and inner padding, this autographed full-size helmet with inscription serves as a premier display centerpiece for any college football fan cave, executive office, shelf unit, or Heisman collection.
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- Authentication Firm: Schwartz Sports Memorabilia
- Athlete: Andre Ware (#11 / 1989 Heisman Trophy Winner / College Football Hall of Fame / Houston Cougars)
- Team / Program: Houston Cougars / College Football (NCAA)
- Equipment Model: Official Riddell Full Size Speed Replica Football Helmet
- Style / Finish: Classic Houston Cougars Throwback Helmet Shell & Vintage Decals
- Special Inscription: Hand-written "'89 Heisman"
- Signature Ink: High-Contrast Permanent Marker Signature
- Authentication Deliverables: Serial-numbered tamper-evident Schwartz Sports security hologram sticker attached directly to the helmet shell with a matching physical Certificate of Authenticity (COA) card.
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Product Specifications & Details
- Player: Andre Ware #11 (1989 Heisman Trophy Winner)
- Team / Program: Houston Cougars (NCAA)
- Brand / Model: Riddell Full Size Speed Replica Football Helmet
- Style: Houston Cougars Vintage Throwback Edition
- Inscription: "'89 Heisman"
- Authentication: Schwartz Sports Tamper-Proof Security Hologram & COA Card
- Condition: Brand-new collector condition, ready for display case presentation
