Willie Evans, Who Was Barred From a Bowl Game Because of His Color, Dies at 79
Evans, a star halfback, was one of two University of Buffalo players turned down for the Tangerine Bowl after an 8-1 season in 1958. The team rejected the bid. [Source]
Publication Date:Origin: nytimes.com
Category: Football (College)
Topics: Evans, rejected, season, Tangerine, turned, players, Buffalo, University, halfback, Color, Because, Barred, Willie
Source: http://www.nytimes.com/2017/01/07/sports/football/willie-evans-dead.html?partner=rss&emc=rss