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African Americans are a demographic minority in the United States. The first achievements by African Americans in various fields historically marked footholds, often leading to more widespread cultural change. The shorthand phrase for this is "breaking the color barrier".
In a journal titled African American Culture and Physical Skill Development Programs: The Effect on Golf after Tiger Woods, it says "Smith (1997) reported data from a National Golf Foundation (NDF) study in the United States indicating there are 676,000 African-American golfers (2.7% of the 24.7 million golfers)."
Lonzo Ball (African-American father)—professional basketball player [24] LiAngelo Ball (African-American father)—professional basketball player; LaMelo Ball (African-American father)—professional basketball player; Gene Banks—retired professional basketball player; Tony Barbee—former professional basketball player
According to the African American Golfer's Digest, 11 golf courses were owned by African Americans as of August 1, 2022, the most famous being Michael Jordan, who owns Grove XXIII in Hobe Sound.
African-American sports history (3 C, 34 P) A. African-American sportspeople (30 C, 3 P) B. Black college football classics (21 P) N. New York Renaissance (2 C, 2 P)
American sports wouldn't be what they are today without the trailblazing black athletes of years past. From household names like Jackie Robinson to more recent history-makers like Vonetta Flowers ...
These stars fought for race equality, gender equality and more.
Pages in category "African-American sports history" The following 34 pages are in this category, out of 34 total. This list may not reflect recent changes.