Bruce K.
10/26/2023
Indiana is a northern state and was never a slave state. But there was still discrimination and this marker is tribute to a turning point in that, a movement towards equality in college sports....
Integrating Basketball Historical Marker
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1025 E 7th St
Bloomington, IN 47405
The Integrating Basketball Historical Marker in Bloomington, Indiana, commemorates the significant contributions of Bill Garrett, the first African American to play basketball in the Big Ten Conference. Installed in 2016, the marker highlights Garrett's journey from leading Shelbyville to a state championship in 1947 to his groundbreaking debut at Indiana University in 1948, which challenged the prevailing segregation in college basketball.
This marker serves as a reminder of the social changes occurring within the sport, as Garrett's achievements not only earned him All-American honors but also paved the way for future African American players in the Midwest. His legacy continued as he became a co-coach at Indianapolis Crispus Attucks, leading the team to a state title in 1959, further solidifying his impact on basketball history.
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