“SU Players Who Boycotted Season Will Be Honored”
The Urban Sports Hall of Fame has recognize the nine Syracuse University football players who boycotted the 1970 SU season as a means of protesting the school’s unfair treatment of African- American athletes.
A public acknowledgement coupled with the unveiling of a sign in their honor was held on the corner of East Castle Street and Renwick Avenue in Syracuse. Several of the nine former Orangemen were in attendance.
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davidgrahamscott 11 months ago
“SU Players Who Boycotted Season Will Be Honored”
The Urban Sports Hall of Fame has recognize the nine Syracuse University football players who boycotted the 1970 SU season as a means of protesting the school’s unfair treatment of African- American athletes.
A public acknowledgement coupled with the unveiling of a sign in their honor was held on the corner of East Castle Street and Renwick Avenue in Syracuse. Several of the nine former Orangemen were in attendance.
Cowboyfan476 1 year ago