We kick off our weekend with inspiration, song, and a time to recognize the contributions of Althea Gibson, a professional athlete who broke racial barriers in a variety of ways. The Supremes and “Got You Back in My Arms Again” will provide our musical inspiration.
Learn More
- https://www.biography.com/athlete/althea-gibson
- https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/26/sports/tennis/althea-gibson-statue-us-open.html
- https://www.espn.com/sportscentury/features/00014035.html
- https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/althea-gibson-is-first-african-american-to-win-wimbledon
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