Language: PG (11 swears, 0 ‘f’); Mature Content: G; Violence: PG (minimal racist language, fighting mentioned)
BUYING ADVISORY: MS – ADVISABLE; HS - ESSENTIAL
AUDIENCE APPEAL: HIGH
Before Kaepernick, before Mahomes, Black pioneer athletes were involved with football from the very beginning. For several reasons (collusion, racism, fear), though, Blacks were almost completely frozen out of the high profile leadership role of quarterback.
Reid takes us on a journey from the roots of football’s beginnings to the present day, exploring pivotal Black players throughout that history.
Each chapter highlights a key person. Football is so young, still, that many of the men mentioned are still alive (Tony Dungy). Before I read this, I leant it to one of my football-playing reluctant readers. He loved it! So make sure that students know that you have it and it will circulate.
Cindy Mitchell, Library Teacher, MLS
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