Lou Holtz, Rocket Ismail, Ricky Watters | LE 1988 Notre Dame Fighting Irish Full-Size Authentic On-Field Helmet with Display Base (Beckett)

Riddell Notre Dame Fighting Irish full-size authentic on-field helmet has been hand-signed by (6) members of the 1988 team including Chris Zorich, Tony Rice, Ricky Watters, Rocket Ismail, Lou Holtz, and Michael Stonebreaker! Included with the helmet is a base that the helmet is attached to. This item is limited edition and has been numbered #73/88.

The following players included the inscriptions:

- Rocket Ismail "Go Irish!"

- Michael Stonebreaker "'88 National Champs"

- Tony Rice "Play Like A Champion"

The 1988 Notre Dame Fighting Irish are remembered as one of the greatest teams in college football history, capturing the national championship under legendary head coach Lou Holtz with a perfect 12–0 record. Led on offense by quarterback Tony Rice, the explosive playmaking of Rocket Ismail, and the powerful running of Ricky Watters, the Irish dominated opponents with speed, discipline, and confidence. Defensively, Chris Zorich anchored the line while Michael Stonebreaker led a fierce linebacker corps that set the tone for Notre Dame’s physical, relentless style of play. The 1988 squad not only reclaimed Notre Dame’s place atop college football, but also cemented the legacy of one of the most iconic championship teams ever assembled.

The helmet includes an official Beckett Authentication Services hologram and matching LOA for authenticity purposes.

Authentication: Beckett LOA

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