The Harlem Renaissance Basketball team, also known as the Harlem Renaissance Five, was formed in the 1920s and included notable players such as Nathaniel "Sweetwater" Clifton, who later played in the NBA, and other talented athletes like Clarence "Fats" Jenkins and William "Pop" Gates. They were renowned for their skill and style of play, showcasing African American talent during a time of racial segregation in sports. The team's success helped pave the way for future integration in basketball and highlighted the cultural significance of the Harlem Renaissance beyond just arts and literature.
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Harlem, New York
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The Harlem Globetrotters.
Abe Saperstein
New York
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Harlem Globetrotters
Harlem Globetrotters
The Harlem Globetrotters have entertained crowds for decades with their hilarious Basketball antics and there have been many favorites over the years. Two of the more memorable members of the team would undoubtedly be Meadowlark Lemon and Fred "Curly" Neal.
The Harlem Rens They played from 1922 to 1948