Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson reminds us how far we’ve progressed in the world of sports. Given the frequency with which we see African-American superstars like NBA player LeBron James or NFLer Adrian Peterson light up the sports highlight reels, it's easy to forget that they wouldn't have been given the same opportunities a lifetime ago without Robinson, even though Jackie was not the first african american on a professional team. Who do you think was the very first african american to play on a professional…

The world is filled with I am’s and I will’s, but i'm here to talk about some i'm nots. Society has painted a picturesque vibe of stereotypes that just because your this or that you get all these societal expectations. I love the story of Jackie Robinson: A young man who aspired to be a pro ball player, and through so much persistence and commitment made his dream a reality. And that is just a summary that will never give his real struggle justice. The reason he is such an inspiration for me…

Jackie Robinson Baseball is America's best pastime sport. Jackie Robinson was an American professional baseball second basemen , who became the first African American to play Major League baseball in the modern era. Perhaps the most historically significant baseball player ever , ranking with Babe Ruth in terms of his impact of the national pastime. Jackie Robinson is a hero due to his heroic traits of being strong ,and showing leadership. Being the first African American to play Major…

Jackie Robinson Rough Draft Jackie Robinson is one of the most historic baseball players and athletes ever. Jackie Robinson was the first African American major league baseball player. He went through a lot of physical and emotional abuse to be one of the most historic characters in baseball history. He had the athleticism, the courage, and most importantly, the guts. Branch Rickey, the General Manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers at the time was one of the only to believe in Robinson.…

for Jackie in the eyes of Branch Rickey, executive of the Brooklyn Dodgers. David Oshinsky says that Rickey was looking for an incredibly talented black baseball player who was educated, sober, and was used to playing and competing with whites; which Jackie Robinson was. Also, this player should not be a…

two of them were Jackie Robinson and Wilma Rudolph. On April 15, 1947 Jackie Robinson made baseball history and became part of the Brooklyn Dodgers. Wilma Rudolph also was an important figure to American history. She was the first American woman to win three gold medals in one single Olympic game in 1960. Although Jackie Robinson and Wilma Rudolph may seem different, they both share important similarities. One way Jackie Robinson and Wilma Rudolph…

Early Life Jackie Robinson was born on a plantation near Cairo, Georgia, on 1919. At the age of 6 months old his father left, and his mother moved him and his family to California. Jackie’s parents’ names were Jerry and Mallie Robinson. He also had 4 siblings Mack, Willa, Edgar, and Frank Robinson. He was also the youngest. Also because of his mother not making much money he had to make his own way in life. Jackie went to the schools of UCLA, Pasadena City College, John Muir highs school,…

Today it has become a national icon – a symbol of the past and a treasured reminder for the future. Jackie Robinson changed the game of baseball forever, becoming the first African-American to enter the major leagues with the help of Branch Rickey, the owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers. The movie 42: The Jackie Robinson Story richly displays the career, involving the highs and lows, of Jackie Robinson, and his emergence as one of the influential and trailblazing baseball players of all time. The…

For my initial observation, I am going to use Jackie Robinson Community Center in Pasadena California. Jackie Robinson Center Serves a wide variety of community assembles sporting events and holiday gatherings. I remember spending some of my best childhood experiences on the fresh cut grass near the Community Center Field right across the street. Fortunately, I had the opportunity to enjoy the sports gym and fields before the recent City of Pasadena recognized million Dollar renovation that is…

Jackie Robinson is famous for breaking the color barrier for Major League Baseball,but first lets learn about his childhood.Jackie robinson was born January 31’st in 1919 in the city of Cairo, Georgia. He attended Muir High school, and Pasadena Junior College He was an excellent athlete playing four sports, baseball, basketball and track. He became the Most Valuable player there in 1938. His brother made Jackie pursue his sport career.He later attended The University of California. In 1942…