Hoops Heroes

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Hoops Heroes

The Untold Story of Black Basketball

Children’s / Teenage general interest: History and the past Children’s / Teenage general interest: Places and peoples Children’s / Teenage general interest: Ball games and sports: Basketball

Author: Elliott Smith

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Language: English

Published by: Lerner Publications™

Published on: 1 January 2025

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 32 pages

ISBN: 9798765664322


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Segregation and Black Athletes

When much of the US was segregated, Black athletes were not allowed to play alongside white athletes. Black athletes started their own sports leagues, including the Black Fives.

Black Fives Era

Learn about basketball's beginnings and the stars of the Black Fives Era, including Charles "Tarzan" Cooper and Ora Washington.

Integration and Impact

Then discover how the National Basketball Association became integrated, what led to the creation of the Women’s National Basketball Association, and how the Black Fives had a lasting impact.

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