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In 1950, Chuck Cooper became the first Black player drafted into the NBA, selected by the Boston Celtics. He endured segregation on the road, in hotels, and in restaurants, and his courage opened a door that generations of athletes have walked through since.On Wednesday, November 18, 2026, The Huddle: A Sport Leadership Institute will induct Chuck Cooper into our Hall of Fame (posthumously) at Huddle Up! Celebrating Changemakers in Sport 2026. The evening includes a conversation on his legacy and on the courage of sport figures who advance social change.
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Red Auerbach Center - Celtics Practice Facility, 40 Guest Street,Boston,MA,United States, New Town
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