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April 1, 2008
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While many colleges and coaches have claimed to be the first to break the racial barrier in the modern college football era, one man stands alone: Don Hudson.
Unfortunately, it wasn't until last October, 36 years after the fact, that Hudson was finally given his long, overdue recognition. Hudson, an African-American, was named head football coach on Dec. 21, 1971 at Macalester College, an academically elite, predominantly white college in St. Paul, MN.
His legacy isn't about winning and fanfare. In fact, his undermanned and poorly-skilled teams only mustered a 3-36 record during his four seasons with the Scots. What Hudson did leave was an indelible impression on his ...
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