Jackie Robinson
By: Cece Hymes
Jackie Robinson was a professional baseball player who became the first African American to play in Major League Baseball in the modern age. He is definitely a sports icon. Jackie Robinson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Jackie Robinson won the inaugural Rookie of the Year award and many more. He will always be known for his uniform number 42 across all major league teams. Did you know that MLB has a tradition called “Jackie Robinson Day”?
Robinson has served in the military. Some of his most notable accomplishments include:
· The first athlete at UCLA to win varsity letters in four sports
· MLB Rookie of the year
· Six-time MLB All Star
· World series Champion 1955
· MLB Hall of Fame
Jackie Robinson has inspired a lot of people all over the world. Nike honored his legacy with a Nike Dunk Low. A brand-new Air force 1 low with 42 on it. They have a film on Jackie Robinson if you haven’t watched it, yet it is a must see. Check it out and tell me what you think about it.
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