1989 Heisman Trophy Winner: Andre Ware Signed Wilson NCAA Full Size Football w/ "'89 HT" Inscription
Celebrate one of the most explosive offensive seasons in college football history with this Andre Ware Signed Wilson NCAA Full Size Football. Hand-signed in sharp permanent marker by Houston Cougars legendary quarterback and College Football Hall of Famer Andre Ware, this full-size NCAA composite football features the personal inscription "'89 HT" in honor of his iconic 1989 Heisman Trophy victory.
Directing John Jenkins' high-powered Run 'n' Shoot offense at the University of Houston in 1989, Ware put up historic numbers that shattered NCAA records. Passing for 4,699 yards and 46 touchdowns in a single season—including a staggering 517-yard, 6-touchdown performance in just one half against SMU—Ware became the first African American quarterback to win the Heisman Trophy. Manufactured by Wilson, the official ball of collegiate football, this full-size leather-grained football serves as a standout centerpiece for sports offices, fan caves, or college football memorabilia collections. Every signature and inscription is verified 100% authentic under the strict standards of Schwartz Sports Authentication.
Ironclad Schwartz Sports Authentication Certification
To guarantee 100% lifetime market value and complete collector peace of mind, this hand-signed full-size football carries official authentication from Schwartz Sports Authentication.
- Authentication Firm: Schwartz Sports Authentication
- Certification Type: Serial-Numbered Tamper-Evident Security Hologram & Matching Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
- Athlete / Personality: Andre Ware (1989 Heisman Trophy Winner / College Football Hall of Famer / Consensus All-American)
- Special Inscription: "'89 HT" (1989 Heisman Trophy)
- Item / Brand: Wilson NCAA Official/Full Size Football
- Sport / Theme: NCAA College Football / Houston Cougars Franchise History
- Authentication Deliverables: Serial-numbered tamper-evident hologram sticker affixed directly to the football with a matching physical COA for instant online database verification.
How to Verify Your Security Hologram & COA
Your authentic Andre Ware autographed football includes digital verification backed by the official Schwartz Sports Authentication Database.
- Locate Security Serial Code: Find the unique alphanumeric serial number printed on the tamper-evident hologram sticker affixed to the football and matching COA card.
- Navigate to Verification Portal: Visit the official Schwartz Sports lookup portal (schwartzsportsauthentics.com/verify-authenticity).
- Input Certification Code: Type the unique serial number into the online verification search tool.
- Review Verified Details: Instantly confirm the matching athlete record, signed item description, inscription, and official authentication record.
Risk-Free Shopping & Premium Protective Shipping
- Secure Protective Packaging: Your autographed Wilson NCAA football is inflated to standard pressure, wrapped in protective sleeve layering, securely boxed with cushioning materials, and handled with care to ensure it arrives ready for display. Standard ground shipping is completely free.
- Free 30-Day Returns: Shop with total confidence. If you are not completely satisfied with the item's condition or signature clarity upon arrival, return it within 30 days for a full refund—we cover all return shipping costs.
Product Specifications & Details
- Athlete: Andre Ware
- Team: Houston Cougars
- Inscription: "'89 HT" (1989 Heisman Trophy)
- Football Manufacturer: Wilson
- Ball Size: Official NCAA Full Size
- Authentication: Serialized Schwartz Sports Hologram & Matching COA
- Condition: Brand-new / Mint collector condition, ideal for full-size acrylic football display cases, offices, or fan caves
