# Bobby Grier Dies at 91; Overcame Resistance in Integrating Sugar Bowl

- Published: 2024-07-23T03:22:28Z
- Updated: 2026-07-07T07:05:10Z
- Section: Sports
- Language: English (en)
- Source: The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/19/sports/ncaafootball/bobby-grier-dead.html
- Tags: The New York Times · College Football
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Early in the civil rights movement, a Georgia governor tried to ban Black players from the game, but after a protest by Georgia Tech students, Grier was allowed to play.

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