Description
This Captain’s Award was presented to Tony Gwynn in 1976 for his leadership as captain of the Long Beach Polytechnic High School sports team. Known for his ability to inspire and guide his teammates, Gwynn's early leadership at Long Beach Poly foreshadowed his later success on the field.
In the MLB, Gwynn was later nicknamed "Captain Video" for his revolutionary use of video technology to analyze his swing and study opposing pitchers. His dedication to constantly improving his craft, even through the innovative use of video, set him apart as a true student of the game.
This award symbolizes the beginning of Gwynn’s leadership journey, both on and off the field, and is a significant piece of his legacy.
Dimensions: 12" x 5" x 2"
At the time of its use or awarding, this item was not witnessed by a TRuEST™ authenticator. The provenance has been provided by the Tony Gwynn Estate, which is why it has received our Silver authentication.
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