Collection of 32 interviews conducted for documentary television series, "Black Champions." These interviews with notable African-American athletes were conducted by William Miles for the 3-part series that aired on public television in 1986.
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Subject:
Sports--United States--History--20thcentury
Creator:
Miles, William, Miles Educational Film Productions, Inc.
Interview with Archie Moore conducted for Black Champions. Discussion centers on his life and career as a boxer. Also includes footage of him throwing punches at a bag in his backyard.
Interview with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar conducted for Black Champions. Discussion centers on his playing basketball at the college and NBA level, including the importance of education for student athletes.