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Althea Gibson was a remarkable athlete. Born in South Carolina in 1927, she faced many challenges but never gave up. Althea loved laying sports from a young age, and she had a natural talent for tennis. Despite facing discrimination, she became the first African American to win major tennis championships, breaking barriers and inspiring many. 1.Where was Althea born? 2.What did Althea like to play? 3.What did Althea win? Althea Gibson didn't let obstacles stop her. She faced segregation and discrimination but remained determined. She broke the color barrier in tennis, winning Wimbledon and the U.S. Nationals in 1957 and 1958. Althea's courage opened doors for other African American athletes and changed the face of tennis forever. 1.What stopped Althea? 2.What did Althea win two times? 3.Who did Althea help? on public tennis courts. Her perseverance paid off when she won multiple Grand Slam titles, including the French Championships and Wimbledon. Althea showed that with determination and hard work, anything is possible. 1.Where did Althea practice? 2.What did Althea win besides Wimbledon? 3.What is Althea's lesson? Althea Gibson's legacy lives on. She inspired generations of athletes with her achievements and character. Her courage in the face of adversity continues to motivate people to break barriers and pursue their dreams. Althea's impact extends far beyond the tennis court, reminding us all of the power of resilience and determination. 1.Who did Althea inspire? 2.What did Althea have? 3.What should we learn? Althea Gibson's journey was groundbreaking. She not only Althea's pioneering spirit and athleticism shattered stereotypes and opened doors for future generations of athletes, leaving an indelible mark on sports history. 1.What did Althea play besides tennis? 2.What did Althea do first in the LPGA? 3.What did Althea change? Please leave feedback on your purchases. If you have a concern, please contact me first before rating. Leaving feedback awards you credits towards future purchases. Ww I Hope You Enjoy It! w& KREKEKKRKKKE TERMS OF USE: Please Remember This Purchase Is For One Personal Classroom Use Only, If You Would Like To Copy This Product With Other Teachers Please Purchase Additional Licenses. REERKEEEE CREDITS: Thank You For These Amazing Clip Arts! aia aal]3 j ips OR Ca REKKKKKEK EARN CREDITS: Don't Forget To Leave Feedback On This Product On TPT. So You Will Earn Credits To Use On Future Purchase! REERKEEER

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