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Joined today by by founder and CEO of Ebbets Field Flannels, Jerry Cohen. Jerry and I talk about growing up in Brooklyn, his childhood, and where his fascination and obsession with jerseys/hats came from. Jerry reminisces about performing in a rock band, making some jerseys and how he parlayed that into starting the company in 1988. We hear why he started off hand sewing jerseys from special wool in painstaking detail because he wanted his products to be truly authentic. Jerry looks back on not having a business model when he started and the 2 or 3 moments when he really knew he had something special. We discuss how his clientele has changed over the years, how he picks what team or league to design next and how his products are rotated and discontinued. I ask Jerry about any beef with the other vintage sporting line "Mitchell and Ness", why he hasn’t produced NBA jerseys and what would be some of his dream designs. We hear about the early hurdles of desinging uniforms from black and white photos from the Hall of Fame, why the MLS won't let him produce some kits and sadly why his flagship store in Seattle closed down. We hear about best-selling merch, working on the set of "42", and donating money to the Negro League Museum. From the Joplin Miners to the Bustin' Babes and even the San Francisco Seals, Ebbets Field Flannels is hands down the best in the game, and Jerry is behind it all.Twitter: https://twitter.com/ebbetsvintageWebsite: https://www.ebbets.com/

Joined today by by founder and CEO of Ebbets Field Flannels, Jerry Cohen. Jerry and I talk about growing up in Brooklyn, his childhood, and where his fascination and obsession with jerseys/hats came from. Jerry reminisces about performing in a rock band, making some jerseys and how he parlayed that into starting the company in 1988. We hear why he started off hand sewing jerseys from special wool in painstaking detail because he wanted his products to be truly authentic. Jerry looks back on not having a business model when he started and the 2 or 3 moments when he really knew he had something special. We discuss how his clientele has changed over the years, how he picks what team or league to design next and how his products are rotated and discontinued. I ask Jerry about any beef with the other vintage sporting line "Mitchell and Ness", why he hasn’t produced NBA jerseys and what would be some of his dream designs. We hear about the early hurdles of desinging uniforms from black and white photos from the Hall of Fame, why the MLS won't let him produce some kits and sadly why his flagship store in Seattle closed down. We hear about best-selling merch, working on the set of "42", and donating money to the Negro League Museum. From the Joplin Miners to the Bustin' Babes and even the San Francisco Seals, Ebbets Field Flannels is hands down the best in the game, and Jerry is behind it all. Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/ebbetsvintage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/ebbetsvintage</a> Website: <a href="https://www.ebbets.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ebbets.com/</a>

Mike Safo with Jerry Cohen, Ebbets Field Flannels

A guilty pleasure this week, as we go deep into the story of iconic vintage sportswear retailer Ebbets Field Flannels - the world leader in researching, sourcing and creating 100% authentic athletic apparel - with its owner and founder Jerry Cohen. From the EFF website:  "Jerry Cohen grew up in Brooklyn, not far from where the fabled stadium once stood in Flatbush. Jerry listened to his father tell stories of the colorful players of another era. He was proud of the fiercely independent neighborhood. And the Brooklyn Dodgers' heritage as the first major league team to integrate professional baseball in 1947, with the addition of Hall-of-Famer Jackie Robinson.  "Jerry was fascinated with sports emblems and uniforms. As a youngster, he would purchase baseball cards to see the uniform changes and colors rather than for the players. Fast-forward to 1987, when he was trying to find a vintage flannel baseball jersey to wear onstage with his rock &amp; roll band.  "Not satisfied with the 'polyester era' look and designs, Jerry became a bit obsessed, and eventually tracked down some old wool baseball flannel and had a few shirts made for himself. When people literally wanted to buy the shirt off his back, Ebbets Field Flannels was born. Focusing on non-major league history such as the Negro leagues and the pre-1958 Pacific Coast League gave the company a unique twist, and brought relatively unknown baseball history to the public at large.  "Over 30 years and thousands of flannels later, EFF is still making vintage jerseys, jackets and caps in America the old fashioned way, using original materials and manufacturing techniques.  "Each limited edition garment is handmade from the world's largest inventory of 100% authentic, historical fabrics. All jerseys, ballcaps, jackets and sweaters are cut, sewn, or knit, from original fabrics and yarns.  "We don't follow the latest fads. Instead, we're fanatics when it comes to historical accuracy, backed by documented research. We weave that local color and heritage into an array of products as timeless as the game itself." PLUS: Enjoy 10% off any purchase from Ebbets Field Flannels when you use promo code "GOODSEATS10"!

A guilty pleasure this week, as we go deep into the story of iconic vintage sportswear retailer <a href="https://www.ebbets.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Ebbets Field Flannels</a> - the world leader in researching, sourcing and creating 100% authentic athletic apparel - with its owner and founder Jerry Cohen. From the EFF website: "Jerry Cohen grew up in Brooklyn, not far from where the fabled stadium once stood in Flatbush. Jerry listened to his father tell stories of the colorful players of another era. He was proud of the fiercely independent neighborhood. And the Brooklyn Dodgers' heritage as the first major league team to integrate professional baseball in 1947, with the addition of Hall-of-Famer Jackie Robinson. "Jerry was fascinated with sports emblems and uniforms. As a youngster, he would purchase baseball cards to see the uniform changes and colors rather than for the players. Fast-forward to 1987, when he was trying to find a vintage flannel baseball jersey to wear onstage with his rock &amp; roll band. "Not satisfied with the 'polyester era' look and designs, Jerry became a bit obsessed, and eventually tracked down some old wool baseball flannel and had a few shirts made for himself. When people literally wanted to buy the shirt off his back, Ebbets Field Flannels was born. Focusing on non-major league history such as the Negro leagues and the pre-1958 Pacific Coast League gave the company a unique twist, and brought relatively unknown baseball history to the public at large. "Over 30 years and thousands of flannels later, EFF is still making vintage jerseys, jackets and caps in America the old fashioned way, using original materials and manufacturing techniques. "Each limited edition garment is handmade from the world's largest inventory of 100% authentic, historical fabrics. All jerseys, ballcaps, jackets and sweaters are cut, sewn, or knit, from original fabrics and yarns. "We don't follow the latest fads. Instead, we're fanatics when it comes to historical accuracy, backed by documented research. We weave that local color and heritage into an array of products as timeless as the game itself." PLUS: Enjoy 10% off any purchase from <a href="https://www.ebbets.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Ebbets Field Flannels</a> when you use promo code "GOODSEATS10"!

193: Ebbets Field Flannels - With Jerry Cohen

Jon speaks with Jerry Cohen - Owner &amp; Founder of Ebbets Field Flannels - about music, his unique clothing company, Passover Zoom seders and how he is (in Jon’s opinion) keeping a slice of Americana alive for future generations.

Jon speaks with Jerry Cohen - Owner &amp; Founder of Ebbets Field Flannels - about music, his unique clothing company, Passover Zoom seders and how he is (in Jon’s opinion) keeping a slice of Americana alive for future generations.

Episode 38 - Jerry Cohen

On this week's episode of SABRCast, Rob Neyer chats with Jerry Cohen, the founder and CEO of Ebbets Field Flannels, about his journey starting an authentic vintage baseball apparel company. Plus, SABR CEO Scott Bush joins the show to discuss who won the weekend. Spoiler alert, it was not Madison Bumgarner. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRCast website at https://sabr.org/sabrcast

On this week's episode of SABRCast, Rob Neyer chats with Jerry Cohen, the founder and CEO of <a href="https://www.ebbets.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ebbets Field Flannels</a>, about his journey starting an authentic vintage baseball apparel company. Plus, SABR CEO Scott Bush joins the show to discuss who won the weekend. Spoiler alert, it was not Madison Bumgarner. For show notes, extra content, and a list of what Rob's reading, visit the SABRCast website at <a href="https://sabr.org/sabrcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sabr.org/sabrcast</a>