Gates, William 'Pop'

1917-1999 · Contribution: 1938-1950

Basketball player and coach

Star forward for the New York Renaissance and Harlem Globetrotters during the Black Fives era

Sports & Athletics

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Quick facts

Born: 1917, Decatur, Alabama
Active since: 1938
Category: Sports & Athletics
Best known for: Star of the New York Renaissance and Harlem Globetrotters

Impact on the world

Gates was one of the finest all-around players of the Black Fives era, starring for its two greatest teams and later helping open coaching to Black leaders.

Sources

Black Fives Foundation Timeline

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