Advance Praise for Claude Johnson’s Upcoming New Book

On February 3, 2012, in Books, Community, Culture, History, Race, by Black Fives

This is what several great people say about Claude Johnson’s upcoming new book, the first in a series detailing the pre-NBA history of African American basketball pioneers.

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New BET Promo Features Black Fives Photo Archive

On January 29, 2011, in Basic, Community, Culture, Featured, Film, Gear, History, Media, Motivation, Race, Relationships, Video, by Black Fives

Black Entertainment Television is featuring a selection of photographs, artifacts, and memorabilia from the Black Fives Photo Archive in a new Black History Month promo segment that is airing during February 2011.

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Man broke barriers in life, sports

On January 23, 2011, in Community, Culture, Family, History, Motivation, Race, Relationships, by Black Fives

Sacramento Bee: George Crowe, an elite athlete who broke racial barriers in basketball and baseball, died quietly in Rancho Cordova last week after living a remarkable life as a mid-20th century pioneer.

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How To Pre-Order Claude’s New Book!

On December 16, 2010, in , by Black Fives

This definitive new indie book about the Black Fives Era is filled with the best stories, photographs, retro gear, trivia, memorabilia, and lessons surrounding the pioneers who paved the way for today’s game.

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