THE GREAT BLACK HOPE Doug Williams, Vince Evans, and the Making of the Black Quarterback

Leon Nixon uses his vocal talent and enthusiasm to bring listeners from the early days of racism in football to the glory of the talented Black football players who enjoy leadership in the sport today. Two men at the forefront of this fight were Doug Williams and Vince Evans, promising talents in the 1980s. They both came up through the ranks at their respective colleges, gaining respect as quarterbacks. Nixon brings a full range of emotions to his presentation, unlocking the intensity and drive that propelled the two men to persist until they succeeded at becoming professional players. Nixon's understanding of the obstacles and pressure they encountered infuses his skillful presentation with empathy and admiration. E.E.S. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: OCTOBER 2024]