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“SI’s” First Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year Issue Signed by Wooden and King.
Lot 360. “SI’s” First Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year Issue Signed by Wooden and King. In its first year, Sports Illustrated” initiated the practice of honoring a “Sportsman of the Year.” For the first time in 1972, the award was expanded to include a woman as well. John Wooden was selected for leading the UCLA basketball team to its sixth consecutive NCAA basketball championship, and eighth in nine years. Billie Jean King was chosen for winning the French Open, Wimbledon and the U.S. Open. Their autographs are gem mint 10s on the cover of the Dec. 25, 1972 issue, which is ex-m+. Autographs authenticated by Kevin Keating.
Winning Bid $121.
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