An incredible collection of five (5) James Naismith and Springfield College related cabinet cards. This incredible collection includes: 1) 14x11" Cabinet of the staff of the Springfield College including Naismith.VG condition, appears to have been removed from a scrapbook and has back damage. 2) 14x11" 1886-87 Springfield College (Men's Christian Association Training School) Staff Cabinet (GD-VG) appears to have been removed from a scrapbook and has back damage. 3) 10x14" 1889 Springfield College Pictorial Cabinet Card made by Goldsmith for the World's Exposition in Paris. VG condition, appears to have been removed from a scrapbook and has back damage. 4) 10x12" Springfield College Gym Cabinet Card in GD condition with some staining and back damage from scrapbook removal. 5) Springfield College Auditorium Cabinet Card in GD condition with some staining and back damage from scrapbook removal. A one-of-a-kind collection of early basketball history including rare items from the inventor of the beloved game. Naismith memorabilia rarely is seen individually and a collection of original cabinet cards is a rare occurrence.