Why couldn't blacks play with whites in sports before the civil rights?

Answer 1

Technically, they COULD play, but no team wanted an African American player. Because of the racial issues in the United States, AA's were discriminated against when i came to a lot of things. Jackie Robinson was a great player and was found by a team that was willing to put aside their difference (for the most part) and accept him as a part of their team. Jackie Robinson opened the door to other African American players because it was no longer "taboo."

Answer 2

Although, several Black players played Major League Baseball in the early days, it was an unwritten rule against Black players in MLB until 1942 when the Brooklyn Dodgers signed and played Jackie Robinson, which opened the door for Blacks in the Majors.

Answer 3

the united states was still segregated. African American players played in the negro leagues. but some did make it into the pro Baseball hall of fame, the most famous being satchel page. my favorite pitcher of all time

Answer 4

Because it was a law that Blacks couldn't be with Whites.