Black History: Special Delivery!!
Dr. Edwin B. Henderson is credited with being the FATHER OF BLACK BASKETBALL. Henderson learned the game while attending Harvard University in 1904. He then returned to his home in Washington DC and taught it to black athletes in the segregated school system. Henderson set up several leagues for black players to compete in the sport. Due to segregation they were not allowed to play white teams. Henderson was also the first academic researcher of African American athletes. He published many writings in this area. Henderson and his wife Mary fought for equality within their communities. He was instrumental in starting an NAACP branch in Fairfax, VA. He also fought to end desegregation of sporting facilities.
October 27, 2017 at 9:14 pm
Learned something new again and as a lover of b’ball, it’s good to know! Thanks!
October 27, 2017 at 9:18 pm
Me too! This was new info. He was a well respected educator in the segregated school system. Wonder what he would think about professional sports if he was still alive today!?
October 27, 2017 at 9:27 pm
What do you think? We seem to have entered an era of political pressure that careers hinge upon, and yet here we go again. Remember Ali and the tension surrounding his views?
October 27, 2017 at 9:31 pm
Yes highly politicized. An NFL COACH said today, “We can’t have the INMATES running the PRISON”. Speaking of players taking a stand against injustice.
October 27, 2017 at 9:58 pm
That is appalling to hear, and if the meaning is understood by me… that means ‘war’!
October 28, 2017 at 9:51 am
Always inspirational and educational! Keep spreading the knowledge.
October 28, 2017 at 10:45 am
Thank you for reading! I appreciate the encouragement!