Code Switch How college footballers led the fight against racism in 1969
Feb 9, 2024
B.A. Parker, host of Amazing Sport Stories: The Black 14 discusses how 14 black college football players took a stand against racism at the University of Wyoming in 1969, facing mistreatment and life-changing consequences. This podcast explores their challenges, the special status of football at Wyoming University, and their plan to wear Black Arm Bands in solidarity with the Black Student Alliance's protest.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Challenges Faced by African American College Football Players in Wyoming
02:32 • 15min
Football and the Special Status in Parker, Wyoming University
17:59 • 3min
Experiences of Black Football Players at the University of Wyoming
21:12 • 7min
Taking a Stand on the Football Field
27:49 • 5min