Join NESN in Honoring Black History in Sports

Throughout the month of February, NESN and Berkshire Bank are proud to celebrate Black History Month – honoring the many accomplishments and achievements of Black athletes in New England sports.
Among the slate of content includes the network debut of the Willie O’Ree documentary “Willie,” special episodes of “My Story,” an all-new documentary “Celebrating The Negro Leagues,” recommendations and resources to visit Black-owned restaurants available on DiningPlaybook.com and 28 original short stories showcasing the significant contributions of Black athletes, coaches and stars have made in New England sports.
Black History Month featured articles

Learn These Five Jonquel Jones Facts Ahead Of ‘My Story’ Premiere On NESN

Black History Month: Why Boston Sports Fans Should Know More About Jarome Iginla

Black History Month: Why Boston Sports Fans Should Know More About Fritz Pollard

Black History Month: Learn More About Red Sox’s Elaine Weddington Steward

Black History Month:Why Boston Sports Fans Should Know More About Bud Fowler

Black History Month: Why Boston Sports Fans Should Know More About Lou Montgomery

Black History Month: Growing Appreciation For Willie O’Ree Reflects Larger Cultural Changes
Black History Month Vignettes
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Black History Month: Boston College Hockey Captain Marshall Warren

Black History Month: Jarome Iginla

Black History Month: Fritz Pollard

Black History Month: Elaine Weddington Steward

Black History Month: John ‘Bud’ Fowler

Black History Month: Lou Montgomery

Black History Month: Celtics Field First Black Starting Lineup

Black History Month: James Brown At Boston Garden

Black History Month: Muhammad Ali Vs. Sonny Liston

Black History Month: Julius ‘Dr. J’ Erving

Black History Month: Marvelous Marvin Hagler

Black History Month: Mo Vaughn
Black History Month programming on NESN

NESN’s Black History Month Celebration Crescendos With Back-To-Back Premieres

NESN’s Black History Month Programming Lineup Continues With ‘Bel Biv Devoe At Fenway’

NESN’s Black History Month Programming Lineup Begins With Willie O’Ree Documentary
