Jack
Branch Ricky was the general manager of what team?
The Brooklyn Dodgers
Why was Leo Derroch suspended from being manager of the Dodgers?
Having an affair with a married woman.
What happened to Jackie in St. Louis
He was struck in the head during an at bat.
Why did the Dodgers not stay in the hotel in Philadelphia?
They did not want African Americans staying in their hotel.
What is Jackie's wife's first name?
Rachel
How did Jackie travel to spring training in Florida?
Bus
What did Jackie's wife do in the airport in New Orleans?
She used the white only restroom.
He believed it was wrong for Black Americans to be excluded for the sport and for money.
During spring training, the Dodgers did this to show they did not want to play with Robinson?
What is the name of the manager who takes over for Leo?
Burt
What position did PeeWee Reese play on the field?
Short Stop
Why do Wendell and Jackie leave spring training so quickly?
What caused he brawl between the Dodgers and the Pirates?
Jackie was hit in the head
What is the reporter's reasoning behind his theory that blacks run faster?
They have a longer heel bone
What happens to Jackie during the St. Louis game while playing 1st?
Steps on his ankle/lower leg and cleats him.
Who was the manager of the Montreal Royals?
What famous actor played the role of Jackie Robinson?
Chadwich Boseman
What player comes to Jackie's defense when the Philadelphia manager is yelling profanities?
Stanky
How did Jackie propose to his wife?
On a payphone
What position did the Dodgers want Jackie to play?
1st Base
In summer 1945 Jackie was playing in the Negro leagues for what team?
Kansas City Monarchs
What college/university did Jackie Robinson go to after being at Pasadena City College?
UCLA (University of California, Los Angeles)
What was Wendell Smith's job/purpose?
Sports writer, newspaperman
What year was Jackie enducted into the National Hall of Fame?
1962
Where did the Dodgers spring training take place?
Daytona Beach