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Jump to navigation Jump to search African Americans are a demographic minority in the United States. The first achievements by African Americans in various fields historically marked footholds, often leading to more widespread cultural change. The shorthand phrase for this is "breaking the color barrier".[1][2] The world of sports generally is invoked in the frequently cited example of Jackie Robinson, who became the first African American of the modern era to become a Major League Baseball player in 1947, ending 60 years of segregated Negro leagues.[3] 19th century[edit]1879[edit]
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Who was the first black coach in professional sports?In 1921, as coach of the Akron Pros, Pollard became the first Black head coach in NFL history. Along with Bobby Marshall, he was also one of the first two Black players. He made history while facing extreme racism. A century later, he's still one of the standards of coaching and Black excellence.
Who was the first black person in sports?The shorthand phrase for this is "breaking the color barrier". The world of sports generally is invoked in the frequently cited example of Jackie Robinson, who became the first African American of the modern era to become a Major League Baseball player in 1947, ending 60 years of segregated Negro leagues.
Who broke the color barrier in every sport?On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson, age 28, becomes the first African American player in Major League Baseball's modern era when he steps onto Ebbets Field in Brooklyn to compete for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Robinson broke the color barrier in a sport that had been segregated for more than 50 years.
Who was the 1st black NFL player?In 1920, Fritz Pollard became the first African-American to play in the NFL during its formative years.
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