Caged Champions: Colorful Firsts in U.S. Sports, 1855 -2023
Larry Lester
Who are the game changers in sports? Who are the warriors who laid the pathways for social, cultural and political advancement? Liberate these caged, unheralded and underappreciated icons in sports history. Unshackle their glory! Discover their uncomfortable truths! “Caged Champions” is a snap-shot reference guide for serious fans.
Sports covered: Baseball, Basketball, Billiards, Bowling, Boxing, Car Racing, Cycling, Football, Golf, Hockey, Horse Racing, Olympics, Rodeo, Swimming, Tennis and Track & Field plus rule changes and systemic roadblocks.