He faced prejudice with dignity from "summary" of Strong Inside by Andrew Maraniss
Throughout the pages of 'Strong Inside', we witness the remarkable journey of Perry Wallace, a young African American man who broke the color barrier in college basketball in the deep South during the 1960s. Despite facing constant prejudice and discrimination, Wallace chose to respond with grace and poise, never allowing the bigotry of others to diminish his self-worth or inner strength. In the face of taunts, threats, and physical violence from opposing teams and fans, Wallace remained resolute in his commitment to both his education and his passion for basketball. He refused to stoop to the level of those who sought to belittle him, instead choosing to rise above the hate and ignorance with a quiet dignity that spoke volumes about his character. Wallace's ability to ...
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