Legacy in Motion: Breaking Barriers while Shaping History
Dear God, it is you who has given us talents. Thank you for my gifts. Thank you that my gifts have made room for my right now and my future. You don’t have to think of us or love us but you do, so I am forever appreciative. My life would not be the same without you. I trust you. In Jesus name we pray, thank God. Amen. BHM Week 2: In lieu of the Super Bowl, I’d love to honor African-American athletes from, past time and current, who have made significant contributions to American football, breaking barriers and setting records throughout sports history. Charles Follis: Known as the first Black professional football player, Follis played for the Shelby Blues from 1902 to 1906. A two-sport athlete, he began his professional football career in 1904. Fritz Pollard: In 1920, Pollard became one of the first two African-American players in the NFL. A year later, he made history as the league’s first African-American head coach. Beyond his playing and coaching career, Pollard was a significan...