UIndy legend and former MLB All-Star George Crowe passes away

On January 21, 2011, in Community, Family, History, Motivation, Photos, Race, Relationships, by Black Fives

Crowe, a 1943 graduate of Indiana Central, was a three-sport star for the Greyhounds in basketball, baseball and track. Known as a great scorer and rebounder on the hardwood, Crowe was an all-state player in 1941 when the cagers finished ninth in the country.

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Greenwich Cop Creates League From Scratch, Betters Community

On May 25, 2010, in Business, Children, Community, Family, Goodwill, Motivation, Premium, Relationships, Women, by Black Fives

Officer Donnell “Dee” Fludd of the Greenwich (Ct.) Police Department talks about his flag football league for kids, a community effort that makes a difference.

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About My Recent College Talk

On February 22, 2010, in Basic, Being, Books, Community, Culture, History, Motivation, by Black Fives

Claude Johnson shared with students and community members the history of the Black Fives Era, seeking to widen the appreciation of these pioneers of basketball.

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Claude Johnson To Speak At Stonehill College, Feb. 4

On January 28, 2010, in Basic, Community, Culture, History, Motivation, Press Release, by Black Fives

Stonehill College will host Claude Johnson, founder and president of Black Fives, Inc., for a free public presentation and discussion on Thursday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m.

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