First black player breaks color barriers in Frederick basketball
In the late 1940s union bridge area there was integration in sports beginning with Bill Foreman joining the segregated VFW basketball team in Frederick in 1947. Foreman, a top player from Lincoln High School class of 1937, recalls fan resistance and limited playing time but lasting impact as teammates initially resisted but some supported integration. He faced restaurant discrimination on road trips, yet stayed with the team for two seasons.
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Frederick area integrates high school sports by mid 1960s
A historical account recalls black players breaking color barriers in Frederick County. It cites Foreman’s memories of games against Berryville and Hagerstown teams, incidents of racial slurs, and players like Dave Sappington, Tom Smith, Bob and Gordon Smith, Debbie Thompson Brown, and Tammy Davis. By the mid 1960s most Frederick teams were integrated.
Falcons face shutdown ends nine-year run in Frederick
The Frederick Falcons disbanded for the year after failing to raise about 20000 dollars, leaving McCurdy Field empty on Saturdays. Fans recall standout players Ron Manges Wayne Randolph and Mike Bowie while calling for strong fundraising, early ticket sales, and a return to amateur play to avoid pro leagues and future losses.
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Bosox Yankees split twinbills in action packed day
In Boston, Andre Thornton John Lowenstein and Bruce Bochte propelled the Indians to an 8 2 win over the Red Sox after Boston won the day game 11 4 with Butch Hobson homering twice in heat. Luis Tiant left after seven in the opener. In New York the Brewers rallied past the Yankees 5 4 with Dick Davis delivering a two out ninth inning hit after Catfish Hunter shut out the opener 7 0.
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Ed Figueroa
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Fran Healy
Sykesville advances after 11-6 win over Thurmont in district play
Sykesville scored eight runs in the top of the 11th on one hit and fielding errors to beat Thurmont 11-6 in a resume of a suspended Little League district game. Alan Pobletts earned the win as Thurmont catcher Ky Fisher took the loss after seven strong innings.
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