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Chuck Cooper. Charles Henry Cooper (September 29, 1926 – February 5, 1984) was an American professional basketball player. Cooper played college basketball for Duquesne University and was named an All-American. He was the first African-American to play in a college basketball game south of the Mason-Dixon line.
Sep 6, 2019 · Take a look back at the legendary career of Chuck Cooper as he is inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame! Subscribe to the NBA: http://bit.ly/2rCglzY For news, stories ...
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Aug 26, 2021 · Learn about Chuck Cooper, the All-American forward from Duquesne University who broke the NBA's color barrier in 1950. Find out how he played for the Boston Celtics, faced racism on the road and was inducted into the Hall of Fame.
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Uncover the story of Chuck Cooper, a pioneer who shattered racial barriers in the NBA. This powerful documentary, brought to you by Uncovering Black Excelle...
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Sep 6, 2019 · Chuck Cooper, who joined the Boston Celtics in 1950, was honored by basketball legends from different eras at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He was selected by the Early African-American Pioneers Committee, which also recognized other trailblazers of the game.
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Feb 10, 2021 · Learn about the life and career of Charles "Chuck" Cooper, who broke the NBA's colour barrier in 1950 and became a pioneer for Black players. Read how he faced racism, overcame challenges and made an impact on and off the court.
