The Color Barrier in Sports
By Krishan Parbhu
Charles K. Ross
- Editor of book
- Born in Columbus, Ohio
- Double masters and Ph.D in History from The Ohio State University
Background Information
- African American players before ban
- Publicity stunt
- No equality in more than just sports
Key Figures
- Fitz Pollard
- Jackie Robinson
- Sugar Ray Robinson
- Athletics Programs
- African American Students
Race and Sport
- Struggle for equality
- The color barrier in sports
- Leaders in the fight
- Athletics first opened up equality
Quote
"The basketball court served as one of many laboratories on college campuses where African American women worked to sharpen decision-making and leadership skills amid conflict and tension." (Location 609 out of 2948)
Overall thoughts
- Interesting book
- Good information
- Enjoyed it
- Recommend it