Bibliograph

Race and college sports, by Duchess Harris, JD, PhD ; with Tom Streissguth

Type

Label

Race and college sports, by Duchess Harris, JD, PhD ; with Tom Streissguth

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 106-109) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Race and college sports

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1050607106

Responsibility statement

by Duchess Harris, JD, PhD ; with Tom Streissguth

Series statement

Race and sports

Summary

Becoming a famous coach or athlete might seem like the epitome of the American dream. No matter your race or background, enough talent and drive should get you to the big time, right? But the playing field is not really that level. Minorities are often passed over for prestigious coaching positions. Black athletes are described as "naturally gifted" while white athletes are praised for their hard work. And universities make billions off their sports teams even as players--most of them minorities--collect fleeting benefitsWhite ball, black ball -- Not playing fair -- A time to speak out -- HBCUs -- Student or athlete? -- Where's the money? -- Coaches, street agents, and dreamers -- Uphill battles in women's basketball -- The leadership gap

Target audience

juvenile

Classification